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To provide background regarding the Empress Luxury Lines case, in the case Kevin Pfeiffer, a computer technician initially told Antonio Melendez that it appeared that top management found a way to fund the computer system upgrade that he requested two years prior. The beginning of this originated from problems incurred with the computer system when…

Before delving into the topic of humanities, it is essential to establish their definition as the study of human beings, encompassing their culture and self-expression. The purpose of this discussion is to examine how humanities portray changing perspectives on nature and humanity throughout history. Currently, there is a lack of awareness among many individuals regarding…

Greeks compared to the Maya Looking around too all the different ethnicities that can be found in this world, two of those most interesting cultures would have to be the Greeks and the Maya. The ancient Greek and Mayan civilizations have many similar characteristics but they also have many differences. The Mayan’s are an indigenous…

The Pyramids vs. The Parthenon Ancient civilizations were capable of producing awe inspiring architectural feats. This holds true with the Egyptians and Romans. The Egyptian Pyramids and the Greek Parthenon are architectural marvels today even though they were built over a thousand years ago. These impressive structures were built over many decades with little tools….

To what extent was there a social revolution in Nazi Germany? Was Hitler’s rule reactionary or revolutionary? According to Marx’s definition, a revolution is when a change takes place, referring to the population’s social status, when the worker’s class is able to take part in the political decisions of the country. Although we think that…

Abstract In 1993, Harvard professor of Political Science Samuel Huntington published an article in Foreign Affairs. In it, he put forth a highly controversial thesis: that future conflicts would be between civilizations rather than political or ideological lines. This essay examines the validity of his claims and advances a contrary view. It argues that the…

The New England colonies developed quickly and rapidly through the early 1600’s. The colonies development was largely influenced by the Puritans, who had helped found most of the colonies in the in the region after emigrating from Britain. The philosophies, ideas, and values of the Puritans greatly shaped the development of the colonies in many…

The Great Pyramid of Giza and The Great Stupa of Sanchi are both important monuments in their respective regions, but they have notable differences. The Pyramid of Giza is located in Egypt’s Giza Necropolis area and is known for its enormous size, so much so that it can be seen from the Moon. It is…

Dear Ronald, Greetings from Quaker Pennsylvania! Truly the best place to settle in these changing and unfamiliar times. Life seems more practical here. A community founded on egalitarian beliefs that grants all with the same respect and political status. All are granted the right to participate within the government. This includes voting and presenting new…

Medieval writers, among them Giovanni Boccacio, Geoffrey Chaucer and Dante Aligheri, are notable for the moral tone of their works. Not surprisingly given that the great educator of their time was the Church. In any event Dante’s “Divine Comedy”, Boccacio’s “Decameron”, and Chaucer’s “Canterbury Tales” are made no less entertaining for their erudition. In fact,…