Academic papers on Western Civilization

Luther and Erasmus on Sin and Salvation
Luther and Erasmus on Sin and Salvation: A 5 page research paper on two great figures of the Reformation and their religious views. The writer details theories of the sacraments and whether faith or works were primary to salvation. Bibliography...
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Simplicity & Symmetria - The Significance Wrapped in Ancient Greek Fashion
A 10 page paper that explores the history of ancient Greek fashion and the social significance it entailed. The evolution as well as the modification of the Greek chiton and himation are traced from the Minoan and Mycenaean Ages through the...
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Differences of Peoples of the Ancient Eastern Civilizations
3 pages in length. Describes the Babylonians, Assyrians and Persians who were inclined toward expansionism and domination, as well as the Sumerians, Akkadians and Egyptians who were more inclined toward maintaining rather than expanding their...
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Paul R. Walker/The Italian Renaissance
A 5 page analysis of Paul Robert Walker's The Italian Renaissance. The writer argues that although this is an informative text, it has serious drawbacks due to the emphasis on recounting simply facts with little or no interpretation. No additional...
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The Effects of the Persian Wars upon the Greeks
3 pages in length. An interesting look at the reign of Philip II and his son Alexander the Great, as well as the Greeks and Persian Empire in the fifth century B.C. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The First and Second Triumvirate
3 pages in length. Description of the men who made up the First and Second Triumvirate, the circumstances for its creation, and the eventual demise. The coalition was first formed to meet against the opposition of the Optimate faction in the days...
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The Ptolemaic Dynasty:
This 5 page paper discusses the role of the "divine ruler" of this later period of Egyptian history (320-30BC.) The concept of kingship is a key to understanding the development of Egyptian civilization. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Colonial India 1920
This 7 page paper examines the position in colonial India during 1920
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The Etruscans Civilization
In 6 pages, the author discusses the Etruscan Civilization, which is an ancient civilization in the Tuscany region of Italy. The Etruscans created works of art in pottery as well as metal works. The Etruria region was taken over by the Romans with...
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The Roman Emperor Augustus
This 6 page paper examines the life of this emperor who was related to Julius Caesar. His relationship to the people, and to the religion of the day, are both examined. Animism is discussed. Bibliography lists 9 sources
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Augustus and his Role in Roman Society
This 7 page paper examines the life of this emperor and his relationship to the people, and to the religion of the day. Augustus's role as princeps and a man who was thought of as a god is discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources
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The Rise And Expansion Of Islam In The Arabian Peninsula
5 pages in length. The writer discusses the rise, factors and expansion of Islam in the Arabian Peninsula. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Social Structure in the Middle Ages
This 8 page paper provides a slew of information on life in Medieval Europe, with a focus on social structure. Gender is discussed as well. The way in which outcasts coped is also included as is the effect that the black death had on society. ...
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English History 1688 - 1992
This 6 page paper takes an overview of English history, while using political events to maintain a historical framework. Bibliography lists 5 sources..
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Thomas Edwards/ "Gangraena": 17th Century Source
A 15 page research paper that examines Thomas Edwards' work Gangraena, concentrating on it efficacy as a primary source for understanding the seventeenth century. The writer argues that it is a reliable source as long as one keeps in mind that...
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