Comparative Analysis of Sei Shonagon’s “Pillow Book” and Christine de Pizan’s “The Book of the City of Ladies”
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A 9 page paper which discusses that while there are similarities between these two works by female authors there are also significant differences. Specifically considered are how much of these differences can be attributed to the cultural differences between eleventh century Japan and fifteenth century western Europe and how much they can be attributed to the different personalities of the respective authors. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGpilcit.rtf

Comparing Buddhism and Shinto in Japan
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This 7 page report discusses the fact that there are approximately 311 million Buddhists in the world and approximately four million people who define Shinto as their primary belief system. The point is made that, in Japan, many millions more participate in Shinto ceremonies or celebrations than those who profess it as a religion. Understanding that fact is an important aspect of understanding the differences and similarities between Shinto and Buddhism in contemporary Japan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Comparing Views on Japan
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A 5 page comparison of two books on the rise of modern Japan--"The Rise of Modern Japan" by Peter Duus and "The New Generation in Meiji Japan" by Kenneth Pyle. The writer summarizes both books and then compares their approaches to this topic. No additional sources cited.
Filename: kh2onjap.wps

Comparison of 20th Century Culture in Japan and the United States
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This 15 page report discusses the cultures of two of the modern world’s most influential and economically powerful nations -- Japan and the United States. Culture is most often associated with the complex relationships of political, social, and economic factors, but specific cultural activities can and should be independently defined. This report compares some of the most important determinants of culture in the two nations. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Conflict Over the Dolphin Slaughter in Taiji, Japan
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This 10 page paper discusses the conflict over the slaughter of dolphins in Japan. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Contemporary Middle East & Ohio
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A 4 page research paper that compares and contrasts four factors that the writer argues shows commonality between the contemporary Middle East and Ohio. These factors are: water usage, effects of urbanization, unemployment and poverty. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khmeoh.rtf

Contrasting Cultural Traditions
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8 pages. The different cultures we find in the world today are not only interesting but are extremely important if we are to understand other countries, their beliefs, and remain on friendly terms with them. It is important to preserve these myriad cultures and traditions, for this is what makes up the history of our world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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