Academic papers on Biographies

The Life and Works of William Shakespeare
A 5 page paper which discusses the life and works of William Shakespeare. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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A 6 page paper which examines the overall life of Ulysses Grant as presented by Jean Edward Smith in his book titled
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Cesar Chavez and A. Philip Randolph
A 6 page paper which examines, as well as compares and contrasts, the work and lives of A. Philip Randolph and Cesar Chavez. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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The Life of Jacob
This 5 page paper provides an overview of the prophet Jacob's life as well as his relationship with his twin brother Esau. The incidents of trickery surrounding that relationship are explored and analyzed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Mussolini: Fascist Leader and Dictator
This is a 5 page paper discussing the life, Fascist leadership and dictatorship of Benito Mussolini. The formation of the Fascist party in Italy by Benito Mussolini in 1919 was a pivotal point in Italian history and one in the life of Mussolini....
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The Meaning of Frederick Douglass's Narrative
This 5 page paper provides an overview of the book, but spends a good deal of time on Chapter IX as it is argued that this chapter provides a summary of the entire work. Broad meanings are discussed. Several quotes are included. Bibliography lists...
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Ben Carson/Gifted Hands
A 6 page research paper that explores the life and career Dr. Ben Carson (author of Gifted Hands). The writer relates how Carson overcame his background to become one of the country's most preeminent African Americans as the director of pediatric...
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Frederick Douglass's Narrative and Enlightenment Philosophy
This 5 page paper provides an overview of the Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass. The autobiography is evaluated and compared and contrasted with Enlightenment thought such as what emanates from Hobbes, Rousseau and Locke's works. ...
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Ralph Waldo Emerson: Nature and Self-Reliance
A 7 page paper which examines the beliefs of Ralph Waldo Emerson as presented in his essays
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The Work of Florence Nightingale
This 5 page paper considers the work Florence Nightingale and its
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The Changing Attitudes Towards Joan of Arc
A 5 page paper which discusses why Joan of Arc was seen as a savior of sorts, then seen as a threat and killed, and lastly canonized. No sources cited.
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An Analysis of General James Longstreet:
This 5 page paper is a discussion on General James Longstreet who was a controversial figure in the Civil War. Although he had an impecable war record, he was accused for the loss at Gettysburgh and became the most hated man in the South, although...
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Robert McNamara/In Retrospect
This 7 page paper talks about Robert S. McNamara -- the United States Secretary of Defense in both the John F.Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson administrations. It discusses his views, his mistakes and what he learned from Vietnam. This cites 1 source.
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Washington Irving
5 pages in length. As one of America's most celebrated authors who is often called the father of the American short story, Washington Irving's illustrious career spanned a multitude of literary classifications including poetry, essays, travel...
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Robert Caro's Biography of Robert Moses
A 5 page paper that examines the career of Robert Moses using Robert Caro's Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer, "The Power Broker." The writer largely defends Moses's career, pointing out his accomplishments and contributions to New York City and New...
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