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Metamorphosis and Pastoralia"Metamorphosis," by Franz Kafka and "Pastoralia," by George Saunders are two pieces of literature that seem to vary in many aspects. One comments on the transformation of a young man in an average middle-class family into a vermin and the other on the dynamic of two colleagues impersonating cavemen in an amusement park. Even though these two stories differ in subject matter, they both discuss 'change' that takes place within the main characters and the social implications that such a change has. Gregor, suffers from physical transformation as one day he wakes up from his sleep to realize that he's a vermin (Kafka 1). He realizes that he has lost all of his human like features and attributes including his voice. On the other hand the narrator in "Pastoralia" is an average hardworking salary earning guy who does not suffer such an abrupt transformation but rather gradually changes as the story progresses. The situation he finds himself in and the attitude of the owners of the amusement |
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The Appropriation of Native American StyleCultural appropriation is the process in which one culture adopts specific rudiments of another culture, usually a culture that is underrepresented or oppressed. Appropriation draws a very thin line between inspiration and defamation. Fashion has borrowed elements from other cultures as marketing techniques for many years. Native American culture is one of many underrepresented cultures who have fallen victims to this trend. Fashion merchandisers have tried to recreate patterns, colors, and unique designs of the Native American culture. However, they fail to appreciate the complexity and history behind the individuality of the Native culture. Appropriation of the Native American culture in fashion merchandisers has degraded the significance and power behind each element of the Native identity. The fashion industry is very influential in society. People follow trends that are presented in the fashion world. They way that fashion industry has interpreted Native American culture and/or |
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Story of My ExecutionI will be executed tomorrow. There is nothing - no excuses, no plea for forgiveness, no last minute stay of execution - that will help me escape this sentence of death. What I did was done with such malice, such cold-blooded intent, that even I find it hard to believe that I am capable of such brutality. I killed a man. But, and even worse, I trained and prepared another individual to commit the murder for me. To take the blame and carry the weight of taking a life so I didn't have to. To understand my story, you must believe that I am not lying or crazy or suffering from some type of long-term amnesia. No. I know what I did, as surely as I know the name and face of my heart-broken mother. It's a strange feeling to know the day, hour and precise minute of your own death. It's something no man is meant to carry. But I do. Tomorrow I will die, so today, in a last attempt of being a decent human being, I will lighten my soul. Since young, I had been studying on how to train animals such |
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Symptoms and Treatments of Colon CancerI. Introduction A. What is Colon Cancer? B. What are the stages of Colon Cancer? II. General Information 1. Incidence a. How many people have Colon Cancer? b. How common is Colon Cancer? 2. Causes a. What are the causes of Colon Cancer? 3. Risk Factors 4. Signs and Symptoms 5. Diagnosing Colon Cancer a. Colonoscopy b. Flexible Sigmoidoscopy c. CT colonography d. Barium Enema 6. Complications a. What are potential complications of this disease? 7. Treatment a. Surgery b. Chemotherapy c. Radiotherapy 8. Prognosis 9. Nursing Assistant Care a. Emotional and Spiritual Support b. Managing Pain c. Side effects of Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy d. Perineal wound care e. Peristomal skin care f. Emptying an ostomy bag g. Diet 0. References What is Colon Cancer? Cancer is a group of abnormal cells, known as a tumor, that grow uncontrollably. Cancer that begins in the colon is called colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, which arises in the lining of the large intestine and re |
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Overview of Fetal Alcohol SyndromeFetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is the most recognizable form of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). FAS is characterized by a pattern of minor facial anomalies, prenatal and postnatal growth retardation, and central nervous system abnormalities. Those born with FAS often have behavioral and learning difficulties. The consequences of the damages caused by the mother's drinking is lifelong (Wattendorf & Muenke, 2005). To date, there has been no extensive population-based studies done (Vaux & Chambers, 2012). However, data in one sample demonstrated that approximately 1 in 100 children have alcohol-related effects. In high-risk pregnancies, predicted incidences of fetal alcohol syndrome are approximate and differ because of varied definitions of heavy drinking and inconsistent methods of diagnosis. For this reason, rates range from 4% to as much as 44%.The estimation of FAS in the United States is 1-2 cases per 1000 live births (Wattendorf & Muenke, 2005) . Fetal alcohol exposure is |
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United Flight 93September 11, 2001, was one of most significant traumatic events America has ever faced. With 3,000 deaths, innumerable injuries, and billions of dollars worth in damages, 9/11 is a date history will never forget. Of all the countless thousands of personal stories that could be told of that day, perhaps the most harrowing, and blatantly heroic, is that of Flight 93. The official story goes as follows: four hijackers overthrew the San Francisco-bound United Airlines flight and were attempting to fly the plane into either the White House or the Capital Building when the brave passengers decided to team up and fight back. Unfortunately, their coup went awry, the plane spun out of control, and they crashed into a deserted coal mine near Shanksville, PA, killing everyone on board and leaving no more than a giant crater in its wake. Although this is an inspiring and heroic story, almost all of the attention given to Flight 93 has been focused on the bravery of the passengers, rather than |
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Aristotle and CiceroAristotle (384-322 B.C.E.) was a Greek philosopher and one of Plato's most famous students. During his time at Plato's academy, Plato's thinking and his philosophical approach to politics and the economy heavily influenced Aristotle (Tannenbaum, D., 2012, pg. 33). It was through these teachings that Aristotle not only honed his philosophical skills, but also formed his own opinion on life, justice, politics, and the nature of man. Aristotle's most important political views are on full display in his works, Politics. Aristotle's contribution is to Western philosophy is significant, and his approach to life and governance have had great influence on those thinkers that came after him. Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43 B.C.E.) was a highly regarding Roman political thinker. Cicero was man of many hats; he was a lawyer, statesman, orator, and even rose to serve to the position of consul. He had the ability to speak Greek aided in spreading Greek literature and philosophy throughout ancient Rome. Much, if not al |
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Mortality in The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli"The Prince" exemplifies how Machiavelli's notion of morality acts as an illusion, and functions like a dramatic script, or a guide to a performance. Instead of being a rather dull political text, "The Prince" is a literary gem, full of drama, eccentricity, and controversial ideals. Morality has been defined and used in many different ways. For most, morality is an accepted moral standard which preaches a moral lesson and displays honorable deeds. However, in "The Prince," Machiavelli defines morality as the virtuous behavior that the people believe is respectable. He then advises the rulers to use this sense of morality as a tool to manipulate and twist people into their will. Machiavelli stresses that by appearing as though the prince rules through this image of morality, even though he may not follow or believe in it, the facade allows him to stay in control of the state, the people, and gain more power. He notes that the nature of humans is untrustworthy and greedy, and so the prin |
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History of Irish and French TerrorismIntroduction Terrorism, often specific to the area in which it occurs, is a special domain for the exercise of state sovereignty and, in this context, the comparative study of anti-terrorist legislation is a fruitful line of study. Can we combat a nationalist terrorism whose structures are founded on national historical and ideological roots, in the same way as international terrorism whose strength lies in the capacity of its perpetrators to have access to modern communication methods to convey their ideas and achieve their goals? And if and when several forms of terrorism emerge in the same territory, should we adopt different approaches according to the specific nature of the terrorism we wish to combat? It is the counter terrorism measures in which states decide to put in place on their territories which reflect the dominant characteristics of the phenomenon. The comparison between anti-terrorist systems of the Republic of Ireland and France is a good illustration of this: the fo |
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Muhammad Ali - The GreatestWas it shear accident that Muhammad Ali found himself in a boxing ring - or was it fate? Who would've thought that a stolen bike would be the beginning of such an illustrious boxing career? Muhammad Ali born Cassius Marcellus Clay, bike was stolen in 1954. The 12-year-old Cassius found a cop in a gym, Joe Martin, and boiling with youthful rage, told Martin he was going to "whup" whoever stole his bike. Martin admonished, "You better learn to box first." Within weeks, 89-pound Cassius had won his first bout. Even in his youth, he had dreams of being heavyweight champion (The Man). Ali would continue to dominate the ring as a teen, he did not work and his only activity was boxing. Young Cassius dedicated himself to boxing with a fervor unmatched by other young boxers Cassius won the Olympic Gold Medal in Rome just after his 18th birthday. Although Cassius returned home to a parade, Louisville was still 1960 part of the segregate south. Even with a medal around his |
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The Escalation of Business Commitments1. Introduction We live in a world which is highly competitive in all areas of life. As a student, we need to concentrate on many different topics. We are under time pressure to achieve good grades and while writing about the most difficult topics we are still in the process of learning, sometimes of learning in what we are really interested in. As a graduate we need to find the right job, with which we earn enough money to cover all our expenditures, but which will still be satisfying our expectations. Once we found the job, we put a lot of effort in our assigned projects. But what happens, if we discover, that all our previous decisions about where to study, what to study and where to work, have been wrong and that in the long term, our job will not be satisfying us? Then we face a dilemma about which path to go. Most people will not have the courage to choose another path than continuing with what they are doing. But it is not only about courage, we have invested our whole life, a |
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Mother-Daughter BarriersI'll admit, my relationship with my mother is anything but simple. Regardless of my numerous attempts in trying to live up to my parents' expectations – particularly those of my mother's – I've always fallen short. Whether it be in making my bed, cleaning the washroom or doing the dishes, there's some ounce of work yet left incomplete. In response, my mother says, "Is this what I've taught you? When you get married you'll reflect badly on me and this family. Even after 20 years, you have still not grown." With these words and many more, I feel fed up with my imperfections and resort in defiance which provokes the classic 'when I was your age' speech. My mother changed from being my best friend to my co-worker with whom I'd |
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Gilgamesh and the Features of a HeroGilgamesh, the King of Uruk, was two thirds god and one third human. As a king, Gilgamesh's people expected him to be a leader by protecting them like a shepherd; courageous, strong, intelligent and selfless. But although Gilgamesh was always capable of exhibiting these qualities, what laid behind the facade was an often weak and imperfect man. The gods listened to Gilgamesh's people and decided that an equal, Enkidu, was required to control and balance the King's traits. A hero and true leader was revealed once Enkidu entered Gilgamesh's life. Gilgamesh showed tremendous strength as a leader and warrior throughout his time as being king. He led his tribe fearlessly into battle, and defeated all enemies they came into combat with. Gilgamesh's strength was exposed when he fought the mighty beast Humbaba, which wasn't an easy task. As Gilgamesh was leaving to battle Humbaba, the elders of Uruk advised him to follow Enkidu through the woods and told him to be careful. Gilgamesh was definitely nervous to fight Humbaba, but he was able to kill the creature and arrive back to Uruk successfully. Humbaba didn't stand a chance |
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Formal Organization and BureaucracyI. The Rationalization of Society 1. (1)Max Weber, a sociologist whose studies incorporated an amazingly broad sweep of world history, concluded that until recently the world's groups and nations had been immersed in a (2) traditional orientation to life. It is the idea that the past is the best guide for the present. *In this view, what exists is good (3) because it has passed the test of time. Customs "and relationships based on them "have served people well and should not be lightly abandoned. Weber called the rationalization of society " traced this change to Protestant theology, which he said brought about Capitalism. According to him, it is a widespread acceptance of rationality and a social organization largely built around this idea. This leads to a (4) transformation in people's thinking and behaviors. 2. Another sociologist, (5) Karl Marx, also noted that tradition had given way to rationality. Karl Marx attributed rationalization to capitalism itself. M |
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Symbolism in The Catcher in the RyeBy using symbolism, an author can create a contrast between the appearance and the subtler meaning of an element. The novel, "The Catcher in the Rye," by J. D. Salinger, is the story of Holden Caulfield, an individual amid the conformity of the 1950s, who struggles to find his place in the world. J. D. Salinger uses symbols such as a broken record, a half-frozen pond devoid of ducks, and a checkerboard to reveal insights into Holden's motivations and character. In the novel, the broken record is a symbol for Holden's fear of the loss of childhood innocence and youthful purity. Holden buys a record for his sister, explaining, "There was this record I wanted to get for Phoebe, called 'Little Shirley Beans'. It was a very hard record to get. It was about a little kid that wouldn't go out of the house because two of her front teeth were out and she was afraid to" (p. 114). Holden's little sister Phoebe is herself a symbol of innocence to him, and J. D. Salinger uses the children's record |
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America, Communism and the Cold WarWith their allies achieving victory in Japan and Europe, Korea was held under temporary control of Russia and the United States. Korea was divided into two separate states at the thirty-eighth parallel with America in control of the South, and Russia in control of the North. As the relationship between Russia and America became more and more tense, both attempted to gain as many allies as possible to support them. The American government felt it was their duty as a democratic nation to stop the Soviet Union. President Harry Truman released the Truman Doctrine, an international relations policy which stated that the U.S. would support Greece and Turkey with economic and military aid to prevent them from falling into the Soviet sphere of influence. Therefore the U.S involvement in the Korean War was justified as a way to prevent the spread of Communism throughout the world. While the end of World War II brought peace and prosp |
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The Personal Growth of GilgameshGilgamesh was the king of Uruk, and by all accounts, he was a magnificent man; strong, handsome and wise. He made his city beautiful by building high walls, ziggurats, and many orchards. But despite everything Gilgamesh had done, many people still did not appreciate or respect him. This was due largely to how Gilgamesh treated women. He would rape any woman who caught his eye, even if it was on her wedding day. The gods heard the prayers of the people and sent down Enkidu to match Gilgamesh's strength. Gilgamesh and Enkidu became best friends; one could even say soul mates. Enkidu kept Gilgamesh on the right path. Eventually Enkidu would die and leave Gilgamesh alone. The character of Gilgamesh can be analyzed into three main parts: before, during, and after Enkidu. First, Gilgamesh could have been considered a great king in a few aspects. He created a great city. "One square mile of city, one square mile of gardens, one square mile of clay pits, a half square mile of Ishtar's d |
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Friendship and Loyalty in HamletIn the exposition, deceased King Hamlet's brother, Claudius, marries his widow, Gertrude, in order to receive the crown. His entrance in young Hamlet's life commences a wrath in Hamlet that cannot be easily subdued. Hamlet's anger shows when he says, "O, that this too, too sullied flesh would melt, thaw, and resolve itself into a dew She married. O, most wicked dexterity to incestuous sheets"" (I.ii.133-64). Hamlet's immense frustration with Claudius's decision to marry Gertrude gets to the point where he wishes death upon himself. Claudius, Hamlet's foil, has no idea of how dreadful his mistake was. Later, Horatio enters and explains to Hamlet that he, Marcellus, and Bernardo have encountered the ghost of Hamlet's father. Hamlet responds, "If it assume my noble father's person, I'll speak to it. I pray you all, if you have hither to concealed this sight, let it be tenable in your silence still. I'll visit you"" (I.ii.265-74). Hamlet wants to speak to the ghost and offers to ke |
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Enzymes Lab OverviewQuestions for Review 1. Define and use the following terms, providing examples if appropriate: catalyst enzyme, substrate, active site, cofactor, coenzyme, competitive inhibition, noncompetitive inhibition. Catalyst Enzyme - a substance that speeds up the reaction but is not used up Substrate - is the material with which the catalyst reacts, and is modified during the reaction to form a new product Active Site - is the region involved in the catalytic reaction of the enzyme Cofactor - non-protein substances that usually bind to the active site and are essential for the enzyme to work Coenzyme (organic cofactors) - a non-protein compound that is necessary for the functioning of an enzyme Competitive inhibition: takes place when a molecule that is structurally similar to the substrate for a particular reaction competes for a position at the active site on the enzyme. Example: Sulfa drugs given to bacteria complete with para-amino benzoic acid (PABA) and folic acid synthesis is inhi |
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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care ActThe Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) is one of the most substantial reforms in Medicare; it's now considered the "law of the land," according to Douglas Holtz-Eaton. The PPACA portrays a "coverage first" strategy. "Sadly, a review a of the state's experience bodes poorly for the future of national reform." (Point/Counterpoint 177) There are two major driving factors in which could propose a threat for this reform. The first factor is it costs too much. Many decades ago, healthcare spending was at a minimum and not the focal point of American citizens. The statics show during 1970, national health expenditures were $1,300 per person and consumed 7 cents out of every national dollar, 7% of the GDP. Since the 1970, the spending per person has grown 2% more each year than income per captia. Therefore, healthcare costs have been increasing at such a high rate and will continue to threaten many decades to come. The second factor is the skyrocket |
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Macbeth - External and Internal ConflictsAn analysis of external and internal conflicts reveals the ultimate fate of king Duncan, and the expected roles of the genders in that era, the true identities of the main characters, and importance of being distinguished as a true man. Through examining the internal and external conflicts we notice what people go through to obtain a certain desire and what plan of action they will take to achieve it. From the the play Macbeth we see the external conflicts which include the plotting that Lady Macbeth had set up and manipulated Macbeth into murdering king Duncan. Another external conflict is shown through Lady Macbeth questioning Macbeth's masculinity. Examples of internal conflicts can be see through the guilt that tormented him because he recently killed Duncan. Also through the prophecies that the witches told him and the constant doubts that happen within the mind of Macbeth; if he wishes to see those prophecies fulfilled. Initially, the first conflict that is recognized is the i |
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Delegation in the Medical FieldThe definition of "delegation," according to medical-dictionary.com, is "an administrative authority responsibility transfer to a person of lower license from the person of higher license, while remaining responsible for the actions of the outcome. The RN must have trust and confidence in the team members they are delegating to be able to delegate effectively and with minimal stress for themselves" (Harris, 2007). With the determining of competence and appropriateness of the task to be delegated, there are many things to consider. According to the nursing practice act, the RN is authorized to delegate to lower licensed staff with ongoing supervision to help patients receive a quality of health care. The RN has to evaluate the patient for stability, condition, and abilities of the team to perform the task (Joint Statement on Delegation). One of the difficult responsibilities for an effective delegation of responsibilities is that the RN understands the families and patients need to |
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The Ethics of Software SharingSometimes, it's difficult to understand the difference between ethical and unethical; between what's right, and what's wrong. When a company creates an expensive software programs that individual people need to do their everyday job they are faced with the decision of finding an alternative solution to purchasing this program or illegally copying the program without paying for it. Decisions like these are made every day and everyone has their own way of coming up with their solution and justifying it. Copying software is illegal, it takes profits away from companies large or small. It is also something punishable by law. Software companies spend billions of dollars developing new software for people to use, if they weren't around, the world would not be where it is today. So why steal from those companies? Because they have lots of money already? Because they probably won't notice anyway? Or simply because you think you need the program triumphs all? In an article for the Journal o |
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Female Empowerment through MusicThe images that the song "U + UR Hand," by Pink, bring to mind thoughts that aren't exactly "G" rated. But that was the purpose of this girl power song. She just wanted to go out to a bar and have a good night without being fondled by some drunk strangers. She helps sets the precedent for the culture of young Americans; that a strong, independent woman can makes it clear that she doesn't need a man to "rule the world." "U + UR Hand" represents the female desire to be dominant and in control of the typical male/female relationship. In a world still dominated by men, women often feel they have no choice but to be submissive and compliant; ever the weaker of the sexes. Not until recently have women stepped out from the shadows of men to discover the abundance of possibilities which come with independence and confidence. In this particular song, Pink portrays a no nonsense girl who makes it clear that she's not to be mistreated or taken advantage of. That the men that vie for her attentio |
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Organ Donations - A System with HeartLike most countries, the United States faces a shortage of organ donors, and the need for donation continues to exceed the number of organs available for transplant. Currently in the U.S. there are 118,617 persons on the national organ waiting list, with 96,645 waiting for a kidney transplant (National Kidney Foundation). With only 13,206 kidney transplant surgeries performed in the United States last year, it is easy to understand why MIT student Joanna MacKay stated, "If legalized and regulated, the sale of human organs would save lives" (96). It seems logical to assume that if individuals were offered financial incentives then they would be more willing to donate a kidney. However, incentivized donation could actually have the opposite effect. Political philosopher and professor at Harvard University, Michael J. Sandel, compared the blood donation system in the UK, where there is no monetary incentive to donate blood, and the United States, where there is one. He found t |
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