Essays Tagged: "time of need"

The revolutionary war and its famous writers that effected it. Authors such as thomas paine, Thomas Jefferson, and Patrick Henry.

ed without control of outside countries. But without the encouragement of writers to help us in our time of need, things still would not have been that easy. Some of the great writers that influenced ... ed many to fight for what they believed in. Without the help of literature within the period of our time, maybe things would've gone differently.The winter of 1776 was a dreadful time for George Washi ...

(4 pages) 84 0 3.0 Dec/2002

Subjects: Humanities Essays

This essay is about the rescuing of Jews in the Holocaust and how the Jews hid and the trials and tribulations they went through during their hiding.

t.Despite the consequences and danger in being caught, the rescuers chose to help the Jews in their time of need.There were two types of people who were involved in the rescue process, the ones who re ... became very expensive because the people who hid you needed money to support you, and a lot of the time, they wanted money fort the risk. Which meant, you had to have money. This money came from two ...

(6 pages) 105 3 3.8 Feb/2003

Subjects: History Term Papers > World History > World War II

This essay will explain the school of liteary thought, Deconstruction.

se exhibited in "The Distance" (He's going the distance/He's going for speed/She's all alone/In her time of need),the words taken literally, tell the story of a jockey or race car driver. However, a s ...

(1 pages) 102 2 4.7 Mar/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers

"Betrayal." A more personal essay about betrayal. Refers to Hamlet, WWII, and a famous quote.

mean to be unfaithful, to deliver something to an enemy by treachery, or to desert a person in the time of need. Obviously, this can tell a person a couple of things. First of all, betrayal is a broa ... irst, I went to pieces when I found out, but then I got over it and I forgave my boyfriend (at that time). Big mistake. He never stopped lying to me, and to this day he still does ,even though we aren ...

(2 pages) 32 0 3.7 Apr/2003

Subjects: Social Science Essays > Psychology

How bravery is shown in "The Open Boat" by Stephen Crane

Many times a person's life bravery is shown. The person may not even know their bravery, but the result o ... omeone. The person may not even have an intention to do acts of bravery but simply try to help in a time of need. A person, who shows an example of this in the Open Boat, is the captain. The captain d ... have to run surf you'll need all your strength, because we'll sure have to swim for it." "Take your time." The captain is showing his concern for his crew member; by easing their workload when he know ...

(3 pages) 91 0 4.0 May/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > North American

"Oliver Twist".

unate and down-trodden.Mrs. Bedwin was a kind old nurse who unquestioningly cared for Oliver in his time of need. She treated Oliver with great tenderness although she did not fully know his status or ...

(3 pages) 58 0 4.3 May/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Authors > Charles Dickens

This is a literary review of the epic poem Gilgamesh. This essay ties the story of Gilgamesh into the definition of heroism.

defined as someone who rescues damsels in distress? Or by merely being there for a friend in their time of need? In the older days, before laws and technology, heroes were the men who fought off evil ... vil things. Heroes were a necessity for every society, they were universally important. After those times, heroes were the king's nights or the manly men who went out of their way to help others. In o ...

(3 pages) 134 0 5.0 Dec/2003

Subjects: Literature Research Papers

The main idea depicted in Van Gogh's Pieta.

rt in religion.Thesis Statement: The main idea depicted in this piece of art is that when we are in time of need we find comfort in that which is most important to us.Question: How do we find comfort ... ss; however, there is another yellow light from a different direction. This represents hope in dark times.-The yellow represents "the color of light and life, and can never be darkened" (Chevalier and ...

(2 pages) 68 0 5.0 Dec/2003

Subjects: Art Essays > Works of Art

Romeo and Juliet vs. The West Side Story.

Though both Romeo and Juliet and West Side Story tell the timeless tale of two forbidden lovers struggling to save their relationship, there are many apparent ... es between this classic text and the 1960' movie. Even though West Side Story is set in more modern times, all the characters obviously parallel characters from Shakespeare's famous novel, the differe ... Maria, of the Sharks. The candy storeowner serves as a modern Friar Lawrence, helping Romeo in his time of need, while Maria's friend, Anita, could be the equivalent of Juliet's nurse. The Sharks are ...

(2 pages) 66 1 4.0 Jan/2004

Subjects: Literature Research Papers

Aids in South africa

IN A Time of Need"Everyday lost is a day in when 10,000 more people become infected with AID." - Kofi Ann ... ad in many different military campaigns. The United States must take on this same role during peace time by taking the lead in rebuilding nations. The United States must set an example for other natio ...

(5 pages) 117 0 4.7 Feb/2004

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Health & Medicine > Diseases

Archetype Paper-Loyal Retainers Made Heroes compared between Beowulf, The Lord of the Rings, and current leaders in today's society

rvant to assist in another's greater cause. Their heroism usually goes unnoticed until the greatest times of need, and their role becomes the defining moment of a great victory. Through all facets of ... t their heroism is revealed through the bravery and loyalty they provide the hero at their greatest time of need.In the epic poem Beowulf, translated by Burten Raffel, Wiglaf embodies the role of the ...

(3 pages) 29 0 5.0 Mar/2004

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Poetry

Francis of Assisi

to help the destitute, lepers and preach the message of the gospel. Francis helped others in their time of need despite the fact that he was suffering himself. He suffered with illness and voluntary ... is of Assisi not only lived in voluntary poverty, but also corporate and individual poverty. At one time, he even traded his own rich garments for a bishop's cloak. It was very unusual for laymen to p ...

(3 pages) 47 1 3.7 Jun/2004

Subjects: Literature Research Papers

Employee Benefits, Human Resource Management

antage; to make improvement; to profit; as, hewill benefit by the change.5. financial assistance in time of need6. something that aids or promotes well-being: "for the common good"How do (employee) be ... oyee benefits divided in major groups.LegallyRequired RetirementRelated InsuranceRelated Payment forTime Not Worked OtherSocial securityUnemployment compensationWorkers compensationState disability in ...

(5 pages) 658 1 4.5 Jul/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

Religion indepth study

Since the begining of time and life on Earth, people have asked questions about life and their place onEarth. Wondered why ... r power, greater than human ability and understanding, which can guide, protect and give us hope in time of need. This faith, or belief is defined as RELIGION. However it would be wrong to limit relig ... e watching the sun rise or set. Strolling along the beach or standing in a place of worship. During times of war, of peace, of fear and of joy, in sickness and in health.As we laugh or as we cry..as w ...

(15 pages) 258 1 3.5 Jul/2004

Subjects: Humanities Essays

Goerge III's response to the Declaration of Independance.--Posistion yourself as George III and respond.

accusations made by this unnamed group of rebels were unjust and illegal. The laws made during the time of need were or the colonists' good.The forbiddance of passing laws without my permission was o ...

(1 pages) 26 0 2.5 Sep/2004

Subjects: History Term Papers > North American History

Socrates' Fatal Apology.

ed on charges of corrupting the youth and atheism. Although he may defend his charges arrogantly at times, he speaks the truth. His one desire is to instill virtue into the people of Athens. Now his s ... tue into the people of Athens. Now his selfless quest has led him to recon for his life. But in his time of need he refuses to pass away quietly by compromising his life long goals. He not only refute ...

(2 pages) 31 0 0.0 Dec/2005

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Philosophy > Classical Philosophy

Themes in "Werewolf"

friend, he has to deal with finding out that he is a coward who ran away and left his friend in his time of need. All of the times when Jack's spirit shows up and talks to him, telling him that he has ... , this reality of himself. He tries to ignore what happened and what is happening to himself. Every time except for the last that Jack appears to him, David tries to tell himself that he is crazy, wri ...

(2 pages) 1406 0 0.0 Apr/2006

Subjects: Art Essays > Film & TV Studies > Film Review and Analysis

This is an essay on Maria Theresa and her effects on the Enlightenment period.

educational reforms. She took the throne of Austria and held it until her death. She helped in the time of need and did a good job of ruling despite having the throne thrust onto her and her husband, ...

(2 pages) 29 0 4.0 Apr/2007

Subjects: History Term Papers > European History

We all need somebody to Lean on

Everybody needs somebody to lean on; a friend that will help you in a time of need. To lean on somebody means to use them as a “crutch”, they will help you cont ...

(1 pages) 2243 0 0.0 Apr/2007

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > Creative Writing

Mom And Dad

rent, it would be my Mom and Dad.Mom, sweet and caring, was always the person I would turn to in my time of need. When I bruised my knee; she was there to kiss it and all of my tears would disappear. ... h experience on how to cook a country meal. Whenever he decided to encounter the challenge of dinnertime, I always steered clear of the fire. The best food Dad ever made was on the grill. When he near ...

(3 pages) 1398 0 1.0 Mar/2001

Subjects: Literature Research Papers