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            In Sir Gawain and the Green Knight the unknown author writes an Arthurian Romance about Sir Gawain, nephew of King Arthur and a knight of the round table. On the surface this appears to be a typical chivalric tale where Sir Gawain goes on a quest to find the Green Knight and fulfill his…

I.                   Introduction Materialism and religion are very important cultural institutions for the market to thrive. They are defining aspects of modern man’s life and lifestyle so much so that they are powerful forces that influence consumer behavior. Put together they can work for the propagation of global consumerist culture as they can speed up consumption…

An experiment like this one allows students to apply their existing knowledge of organisms and laboratory procedures to a challenging task. By conducting familiar experiments on unknown bacteria and incorporating information about specific bacteria, it becomes possible to identify a mixed culture. This process gradually eliminates bacteria that do not match the results obtained. Tube…

Texas distinguishes out as a state that bears a burden of preconceptions due to its wide landscapes, rich history, and diverse cultural influences. These caricatures, which range from oil billionaires and Friday night football to cowboys riding horses, although sometimes based on bits of reality, often provide an oversimplified picture of a varied and complex…

Alvin left his job at Hewlett-Packard to join a small company as its marketing manager.  It seemed like the perfect position for him, as it offered the pay and the duties he wanted.  A month into the job, Alvin began having difficulty getting the reports he needed for his own forecasting and trends reporting.  In…

Trobriander’s Culture Different cultures have their differences and what makes them unique but in the end when you really look at a culture, there are some general characteristics that are similar to your own culture. These kin ties make their lineage stronger; show how they bond with each other and one’s specific roles in their…

Globalization aims to increase people’s standard of living, it gives them the opportunity to enjoy foreign products and ideas, and adopt new technologies to their lives. Some people consider it as a danger, since it may destroy and replace the local culture, causing assimilation. Others consider that globalization brings multiculturalism which promotes peace and understanding…

Due to developments in scientific research, many of the things that people did not understand before have now become clearer to varying degrees.  Science has educated us about how things work, provided cures for diseases and prescribed ways to live a healthier life.  Science has influenced many of the physical aspects of life and the…

Social Time: The Heartbeat of Culture There is an old saying “Do in Rome as Rome does” meaning that you should follow the local tradition once you have been there. However, since the pace of life and perception of time are also elements of tradition, how could you follow the local pace correctly without listening…

This article examines the popular trend among management academics, consultants, and practitioners of prescribing “cultures of fun” to enhance roductivity. This management approach suggests inter alia that organizations should break with the conventional wisdom of delineating work from play and instead craft an environment of fun and humor. Drawing on a field study of a…