Academic papers on Biographies

The True Legend of Robin Hood
This 5 page paper explores truth and fiction of the Robin Hood legend with a focus on twelfth century England. What is known about this enigmatic hero and outlaw is discussed as well as what is uncertain. The issue of his sexuality is also...
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Thomas Merton/ 'Seven Storey Mountain'
An 8 page research paper that, first of all, presents an outline of the major events in Thomas Merton's autobiography 'Seven Storey Mountain.' Then, the writer lists ten concepts from the field of communication ethics and presents a brief outline...
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Betty Friedan; The Woman
This 7 page paper looks at the life of this female writer and founder of the National Organisation for Women (NOW). An important influence on the recognition of women's rights this paper looks at her life, how her career started and the changes this...
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Gordon & Gilkey/ 2 Views on Happiness
A 7 page comparison that looks at Langdon Gilkey's autobiographical account of life in a Japanese internment camp, Shantung Compound, and Mary Gordon's novel concerning an embittered young woman who must learn to cope with life, Final Payment. The...
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Ariel Dorfman; The Conveyance of Messages and Emotion Through Writing
This five page paper looks at a piece of autobiographical writing by Ariel Dorfman about his love for Angelica and his time in Chile. Analysing this piece of writing, which was supplied by the student, we can see how style can dictate feelings and...
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Marcus Garvey: Poet and Religious Inspiration
A 10 page paper which examines the life of Marcus Garvey while focusing on the fact that he was a renowned poet as well as an African American leader. The paper presents a brief biography of Marcus Garvey, then presents an examination of his...
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Women in the Gilded Age: Laura Ingalls Wilder and Ida B. Wells
A 5 page paper which discusses the lives of Laura Ingalls Wilder and Ida B. Wells and illustrates women during the Gilded Age. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Death of Mozart; Murder or Natural Causes?
This 7 page paper (including a 1 page paper outline) looks at the death of Mozart and the suspicions surrounding the death concerning poisoning especially but not limited to Antonio Salieri. The paper first looks at the theory and motivation that...
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Lee Iacocca: Ford Through Chrysler
A 6 page review of the career of Lee Iacocca. Traces his rise to the presidency of Ford Motor Corporation, his dismissal from that position, and his subsequent presidency of Chrysler Corporation. Notes Iacocca's greatest accomplishments as the...
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Huey P. Long; Hero or Villain?
This 5 page paper looks at the book by Glen Jeansonne; Messiah of the Masses: Huey P. Long and the Great Depression" in order to consider the life of this controversial man. The paper looks at the man who fought for the underprivileged by way of...
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Iacocca: A Review of the Autobiography
A 13 page review of the book by Lee Iacocca. Lee Iacocca's name is synonymous with the automobile industry. It is also a name which many consider synonymous with trust and integrity. Originally published in 1984 Iacocca's book weaves an...
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Rockefeller : The Man Behind the Millions
This five page paper presents a discussion on the life and times of John D. Rockefeller. Bibliography lists two sources.
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Betty Rollin/ 'Last Wish'
A 5 page summation and analysis of Betty Rollin's book 'Last Wish.' This book offers a narrative that relates the evolution of her mother's illness, from the diagnosis of cancer through to her assisted suicide. Rollin makes an eloquent argument to...
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John D. Rockefeller: His Life and Character
A 5 page paper which examines the life and character of John D. Rockefeller. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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"Woman Warrior" and "Raise the Red Lantern"
A 5 page paper which analyzes the ideas presented in "Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston and then compares them with ideas presented in the film "Raise the Red Lantern." Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.
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