Essays on Fountain

London is a colorful and delightful city. My eyes, ears and nose kept busy while I spent days and evenings in various places throughout the city. Whether at Piccadilly Circus, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace or Hyde Park, sights, sounds, smells and people of London are things I will never forget. The city was littered with many spectacular attractions that were captivating and inspiring. London is my favorite city. If you were to visit London, I am positive that it would become your favorite city as well. London is a city of many popular attractions including Piccadilly Circus, Big Ben, ...

Quiz Questions

1. Explain the differences between the two questions, “What is Art?” and “What is art for?” Art is a vast phenomenon and its meaning varies from the viewer to the artist itself. To understand the notion between the difference between what is art and what it is for, it is first important to look into the insight of the descriptor (Theschooloflife.com). As art is taken into consideration, most people are daunted to ponder and ask directly that what exactly might the piece of art for. There is a misconception that art is everything, or art is anything, also art ...

I was born in a Muslim family. My parents after their marriage migrated to a new country. The religion of that country is Christianity. But the country is free and allows everyone to act upon their religion. Since my childhood, I have never felt any difficulty in practicing my own religion. With the passage of time, when I got admission in school, college, I came across many people of different religions. I had many friends of different religions. Among us, religion was never a part of a discussion or a matter of conflict. I and my friends respect each other’s religion.

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Coca Cola is invented in May 1886 by Doctor John Pemberton known as Doc, a pharmacist from Atlanta, Georgia. The name of Coca Cola is suggested by Frank Robinson, a bookkeeper and he first scripted “Coca Cola” into the flowing letters, which becomes the famous logo of today. The soft drink is first sold to the public at the soda fountain, in Jacob’s Pharmacy in Atlanta on May 8, 1886. Until 1960s, the carbonated beverages at the local soda fountain are enjoyed by both small town and big city dwellers in the city. On April 23, 1985, “New Coke” ...

- Write about a public place that continues to evoke powerfully, emotional memories for you.

I was never a fan of water fountains; fountains that we often see in movies as the hub of all romance. I did not find anything unusual in them. I mean, it is just the water that is going up and falling down from all places. Sure, it looks beautiful but only for a while. After that, it tends to get monotonous. However, my friend Julia was always researching on the internet and looking at pictures of gigantic water fountains all around the world. She was particularly a fan of those in Dubai where water shows are regularly held in the middle ...

Integrity

Introduction Warren Buffet, who is the Chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, stated "In looking for people to hire, look for three qualities: integrity, intelligence, and energy. And if they don’t have the first one, the other two will kill you" (Anderson 2012). Indeed, integrity is that special virtue of one's character that makes a person trustworthy to others. Integrity is the very foundation of principles and values that form the core of a person. Integrity means adherence to moral and ethical principles and the path of honesty. Integrity is extremely valuable and has become a rarity in the present ...

Poem Analysis (TOPIC A)

There are several causes that led Matthew, the lead character in both The Fountain and The Two April Mornings by William Wordsworth, to wallow in deep sadness, which he seeks to overcome. In the first poem, Matthew is contemplating about the end of his own life. At 72 years old, Matthew is very much aware that he does not have much time left, which is why he is reminding the speaker, both of them aptly described as “[a] pair of friends” (line 3), that “With Nature never do they wage / A foolish strife; they see / A happy youth, ...

Millennium park is a park located in Chicago whose establishment plans were initiated in the last one decade by then Chicago mayor Richard .M. Daley. People never believed those plans by the mayor because they seemed to be non-practicable. This park is well known in the United States and also in the entire world because of its attractive features. The park occupies a large area of Chicago in Illinois the United States land. It is an urban landscape which has attracted millions of people since it was built .It is one of the prominent architectural sites in America that created a lot ...

Introduction

It is not possible to discuss the matters related to mobility and social class without a discussion concerning poverty. In simple words, poverty can be described as the insufficient provision of shelter and food that is essential for life maintenance. According to an estimate, there are more or less thirty five million American citizens are living in poverty in the present times (Hart, 2002). Poverty is one of those grave social phenomenon that are extremely complicated. For the same reason, it is also a complicated task to try to discover the causes of poverty. There are a number of stereotypic explanations regarding ...

In order to clearly approach this matter, we must first understand the meaning of the word Jew. Who can be defined as a member of a cultural society who belongs to the Judaism religion and whose lineage can be traced to the Hebrew of the Israel and to their father Abraham. It comes from one of Abraham’s ancestors who was named Eber. Teachings from another tradition say that the word came from ‘eyver’, which translates to mean the ‘other side’. It is in reference that Abraham travelled from Euphrates separating himself spiritually and morally from other nations. It is ...

Organ transplantation as a scientific and medical method in treating patients have become successful and popular over the years. However, repositories of human organs have faced shortage while demand for organ replacement becomes mandatory for some families dealing with patients diagnosed with an organ-related disease. Such trend also has increased over time. It is a common problem for immediate family members looking to keep the concerned patient alive and to survive the effects of organ diseases. For some family members and health beneficiaries, finding a generous and wholehearted organ donor can be both tedious and time-consuming. It may take months/years, to have ...

1) Who is the best of the CNN Heroes? Please rank these seven entrepreneurs in terms of which person is doing the most significant work.

Personal Ranking of CNN Heroes:

1 – Kakenya Ntaiya 2 – Dr. Georges Bwelle 3 - Robin Emmons 4 – Chad Pregracke 5 – Dr. Laura Stachel 6 – Yash Gupta 7 – Dale Beatty In my mind , Kakenya is doing the most significant work of them all, providing impoverished children in Kenya with the chance to learn and fulfill their dreams. This is a fantastic idea, as this allows these children to grow up and become successful, productive ...

- What innovations or invention (technology) had the biggest impact on civilization throughout history, and why? The technology that you choose must be at least 100 years old or older. Consider how civilization has been affected by this technology over time. We have often witnessed little new-born babies in the hospitals being cruelly injected with long needles. We hear the doctors saying, “It’s for their own good.” This is because those babies are being administered with vaccines to help them develop immunity against specific diseases that can ultimately prove fatal. Today, myriad vaccines exist that almost completely ...

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Film Studies:

Every filmmaker has their own unique style of storytelling. Some focus on science fiction while others are known for their romantic/dramatic ventures. While the story changes, the theme, setting and character development remains the same in all their movies. Hollywood Director Darren Aronofsky, one of the most prominent movie makers in the world, is no exception to such rule. This paper analyzes the similarities and differences between four of Aronofsky’s famous works; Pi, Requiem for a Dream, The Fountain and Black Swan. Almost all of Aronofsky’s films have a claustrophobic theme a character-centered plot. The ...

Identity and Creative Practices

Thesis statement: Identity is a broad term comprising many sub-types. There is identity as to gender, identity as to race, social identity, identity as to stereotype and many others. This paper will elaborate on all these forms of identity while giving tangible examples and borrowing from the works of scholars like Stuart Hall who wrote a lot on social identity. Three images have been chosen to elaborate further on the same.

There is no exact meaning of identity. The meaning of identity depends on what a person thinks it is, or the context that they are discussing it. Stuart Hall discusses ...

Doubt can never be compared with certainty in terms of providing a sense of community powerful as faith. A community in doubt is a divided community sine people live with mistrust and cannot tell what they expect of that community. As a single mother, I have never trusted any man who claims that he can take care of me and my child. It is not easy to trust a man anymore after what I have learnt from my married friends and how their husbands are unfaithful. This doubt creates mistrust a and poor social bonds between me and men within the society. Personal ...

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis is a rare condition which is not at all well known, although in the UK there are over a quarter of a million sufferers. I spoke to Nicola Reiss, who lives in Malta and who was diagnosed with the condition some years ago ME is definitely a harrowing condition to have to live with. Nicola Weiss does not let this situation deter her, but as one of the founder members of the ME Sufferers Association in Malta, she tries to remain as active as possible in all areas within her limitations.Myalgic Encephalomyelitis is a neurological illness, but chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) ...

Introduction

Darren Aronofsky is considered to be among the best film directors of his time. Born in 12 February 1969, Darren went on to defy the odds to become a screenwriter, a film director and a film producer at the same time. Darren was born in Brooklyn, New York city to Charlotte and Abraham Aronofsky. His parents by the time he was born were all teachers in American public schools. They were also renowned conservative Jews. During his early life, Darren spent much of his time growing up in Manhattan Beach in the borough. For the fact that his parents were Conservative Jews, ...

Tribeca is a neighborhood in Manhattan’ Upper East Side. Though the area has a storied history dating back hundreds of years, it is one of the most posh areas to live. The crux of the neighborhood is Nelson A. Rockefeller Park, which is an open green area at the north end of Battery Park. Prominent in the park is an open-air pavilion that was the design of Demetri Porhyrios. The park’s function is served of providing Upper East Siders, and visitors a place to jog, fish, have a place to read a book, and also to take their kids with the recently added ...

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Petra in Jordan – a city of dreams

Abstract Petra is a historical and archaeologicalcity which is located in the Ma’an region of Jordan. It is famous for its original and unique rock cut architecture and its water conduit system. Petra is also known as the Rose City due to the beautiful and original colour of its stone which is carved and hewn out of the rock. This paper examines the historical aspect of the city in ...

Creating the next generation of revolutionary products involves the marriage of artistry and engineering innovations. Many people believe that art and engineering are two separate entities and does not meet in the same sentence. However, the changing need for aesthetic elements in innovation is beginning to take notice due the consumer demand for both a functional piece of product and beautiful home display. In order to have a clear understanding of how the integration process takes, it is important to discuss the critical aspects that define art and engineering phenomenon.

Forms and Style of Art

The definition of art encompasses different styles and form, paintings, dance, ...

Background

In the early years of the 20th century, owning a car is a status symbol. Vehicle models became essential in shaping the materialistic culture of human. Driving a motor car is a technology that requires the unity of the mind and body (i.e. feet and hand). Such unity facilitates the necessary adjustments needed which is equated to perception—a translation of intentions. The late 20th century marks the link between cars and driving to society and sociality that makes society at the current historical moment. That cars are essential in the transportation is unquestionable. Cars offer privacy as a venue for people to express themselves ...

Introduction

This research paper discusses the phenomenon of earthquakes – the geography and distribution of where they occur, and the explanations of the forces and processes involved. The theory explains why they occur more in some places than others and describes related phenomena including volcanic activity.

The Research

The accepted theory of the cause of most earthquakes cites the continuous movements of huge sections of the earth’s crust (known as the lithosphere), which comprises tectonic plates (Earthquakes and Plate Tectonics” 1977), which are further classified as either oceanic or continental plates, dependent on their location on the Earth’s surface: beneath the ...

Once in a while, it is possible to turn to a television station like PBS and stumble upon a National Geographic documentary featuring the pyramids of ancient Egypt. They are so common it is almost easy to forget that ancient Incas and Aztec civilization also constructed unique pyramids. Three pyramids in particular are directly under a group of celestial stars and thus further complicate the mystery of them all. In Egypt, the archaeologists and forensic scientists have found bones of many people buried right beside the multi-dimensional triangles and other structures. They have questioned the role and status of these people who seemed ...

Resturant is one of the most successful business these days and helps a lot in earning money in short time, but there are a lot of things need to be considered while opening a restaurant. My neighbours inherited a restaurant in a small town about 75 miles away. They’ve never owned or operated a business before, and know very little about marketing or the restaurant business. Being an MBA expert they have asked my services for a marketing plan, The restaurant has a good reputation in the small community.The restaurant is in the heart of the community. The restaurant has a good menu. It has a lunch ...

Introduction:

Suspsension bridges have been around for quite a long time but the first one ever built was the Britannia Bridge which has been renamed as the Menai Suspension Bridge and is a suspension bridge which begins on the island of Anglesey and connects the mainland of Wales. The bridge was designed by the famed engineer Thomas Telford and was finished in 1826. It was described as the first modern suspension bridge in the world and won several plaudits upon its completion. It was described as a brilliant piece of engineering and daring which resulted in several other bridges following suit in later ...

the largest shopping mall in all over the world. Burj Khalifa - the tallest man-made structure on a planet. Dancing fountain, located near - the largest fountain system in the world! These facts are already enough reasons for visiting Dubai. It's fantastic! Especially it is impressive when you're young, open to the world, unfettered by family student, and a desire to travel and learn something new and wonderful about your environment makes your blood hot and heart starts beating faster, while your imagination is totally excited. Officials announced The Dubai Mall as the world’s most visited shopping and leisure ...

Abstract:

Petra is a historical and archaeological city which is located in the Ma’an region of Jordan. It is famous for its original and unique rock cut architecture and its water conduit system. Petra is also known as the Rose City due to the beautiful and original colour of its stone which is carved and hewn out of the rock. This paper examines the historical aspect of the city in the context of the architectural prowess of those who built it. There is also an examination of how the city was built on a theoretical level as well as comparisons ...

Introduction

This research paper discusses the phenomenon of earthquakes – the geography and distribution of where they occur, and the explanations of the forces and processes involved. The theory explains why they occur more in some places than others and describes related phenomena including volcanic activity.

The Research

The accepted theory of the cause of most earthquakes cites the continuous movements of huge sections of the earth’s crust (known as the lithosphere), which comprises tectonic plates (Earthquakes and Plate Tectonics” 1977), which are further classified as either oceanic or continental plates, dependent on their location on the Earth’s surface: beneath the ...

Alabama Department of Corrections

The Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC), which is headed by Commissioner Kim T. Thomas, has a total of fifteen major correctional facilities located in the different places within the State. Along with these major facilities, the ADOC also has thirteen Work Centers and Two Private Facilities. ADOC’s mission is to provide programs that will rehabilitate convicted felons in a humane and secure environment with the help of professionals in managing the facilities and they prepare the offender for their social re-entry (state.al.us). The Department’s correctional programs are usually engage with offenders who able to work, attend programs for ...

An overview

Introduction In simplest of words, theology is the study of religions and religious beliefs. Some scholars choose to call it the science of deities and divinity. But atheistic scholars do not very much approve of theology as a viable branch of study or ‘science’. Nevertheless, theology has been helping religious people understand, follow and even reform their religions with time. The great theologians in history have acted like a guiding star to bring changes in religious beliefs and rituals. And in the course of past several centuries, the major religions in the world have been modified mainly because of these ...

Abstract

Autism is a disorder characterized by speech disorders, communication difficulties and impaired neurological disorder. This disorder mainly affects children of the age of 8 months to approximately 10 years. This paper discusses the importance of identifying children with autism at an early age. The paper gives a brief introduction, followed by detailed definitions, research, concepts and applications. He research reveals that early discovery is vital for intervention and proper care

Autism in Children Ages 3-5

Introduction Autism is a disorder that is mainly characterized by speech disorders, communication difficulties and impaired neurological development. This disorder is common among people of all ethnicities and age (Barbaro & Dissanayake, ...

The world of Marcel Duchamp’s artwork and influence on the modern art.

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Art180- Modern Art History

2519 words There have been many famous and excellent artists in the twentieth century. Their art works are famous until now not only in their country but also all over the world and a lot of current artists follow them.Even though they do not exist now any more and their art works are pretty antique, they influence on current artists a lot.Some of artists are very famous so people,who are even not related to art, know their name at least. Marcel Duchamp is one of them. Many people say “There is no innovate art after Marcel Duchamp.” This ...

Appendix

Executive Summary - Introduction - Methodology - Benefit and Cost Categories - Forecasting Methodology and Decision Criteria - Assumption - Analysis - Project Analysis (commentary and summary of base case results) - Sensitivity Analysis - Evaluating the project - Risk Analysis - Conclusion/Recommendation Executive Summary The cost benefit analysis is the fundamental appraisal tool under the public spending sector. The paper provides an approach by which the cost incurred in e-government project is compared against the expected benefits so that the government can be able to ...

Annotated Bibliography on Boullee’

Boullée & visionary architecture ed. Helen Rosenau, Pub. Harmony Books, New York, 1976 ISBN 0-85670-157-2. In her seminal book, Rosenau concentrates on how Boullee’ managed to create a cult which dealt exclusively with his passion for ontological designs. She delves deep into the artistic styles which make up the larger part of Boullee’s work and his intrinsic influence on other architects which followed him. More importantly she uses the great classicist and philosopher’s ideas as sources of inspiration, especially Immanuel Kant and Plato comparing their treatises on humanism to Boullee’s grand concepts and inspirational ideals. Although ...

Introduction

Different tools are employed in analyzing specific situations and topics. SEARCH is usually an effective tool for understanding specific topics. The tool involves stating, identifying evidence, providing alternative hypothesis, and developing specific criteria of adequacy to rate the hypothesis in question. The following is a SEARCH analysis of the topic “fountain of youth”. Fountain of the youth is an archeological part containing a spring that has some restoration value. This paper identifies the basic claims, evidence on the claims, alternative hypothesis, and specific adequate criteria that enhances the rating of the claim.

Statement of the Claim

Different claims have been brought up in respect to ...

Introduction

A mudslide is a specific variant of a landslide, a term which describes “a wide variety of processes that result in the downward and outward movement of slope-forming materials including rock, soil, artificial fill, or a combination of these.”(Highland & Johnson, 2004). Of the different types of landslides described, the type known as “earthflow” includes the sub-category “mudflow” – the subject of this research paper. The following paragraphs will describe mudflows (or mudslides) and a number of the issues surrounding them.

The Research

Definition of Landslides and Mudslides. In the USGS factsheet originally produced by Highland & Johnson, it was stated that in a landslide, the movement of the displaced ...

Last month, I visited Rome with my family and evidenced the glorious and sumptuousness of this place. My tourist guide informed me a lot about the city and its history. Rome has a history of more than two and half centuries and has enjoyed the status of the center of one of the greatest civilizations of the world. I visited the Colosseum that used to be an amphitheatre in the ancient times. I was informed that it was used for a number of different purposes including executions, public speeches, and for several entertainment purposes. It used to host gladiator contests which were ...

A. What, for you, is the basic point and the most important observations that Stephen Dunn makes in his essay "Basketball and Poetry: The Two Richies"? Discuss with reference to your own experience.

In Stephen Dunn's essay "Basketball and Poetry: The Two Richies," Dunn explains the relationship between his prime years on the basketball team and his work as a poet; for both of these sides of his life, he had two individuals named Richie who provided very important and disparate functions in relation to his own experience. Richie Swartz, a skilled basketball player, better than Dunn, caused him to ...

Look up and list two or more definitions of the word art from different reliable sources on the Internet. Be sure to properly quote and cite these definitions. Art can be seen in many different ways but is obviously principally an expression of a form or a portrayal of an idea. There are various forms in which one can express artistic passions or ideas be it a painting, a sculpture or another medium (Heidigger, 2001). However art can also be seen as different in the sense that it exhibits man’s passions for a particular subject such as in erotic art where the ...

“You’re right!” I agreed, nodding my head furiously as I walked towards my sister in the buffet, “Yeah, yeah, yeah, sure! I get your point now. Definitely!” I asserted in front of all the wedding guests where she chose to create her little scene. With a very cool sisterly stance, I took her Blackberry and threw it into the fountain.

It came out of nowhere. She wasn’t expecting it, which is fine because she never pauses to think about what comes next in an argument. She just goes on asserting her point which she completely believes is right. ...

What makes Grand Army Plaza (Manhattan-NY) a successful garden (or not successful)?

Introduction

The Manhattan Grand army plaza is situated on Fifth Avenue at 59th Street. The plaza bears the name grand as it was named for the Grand Army of the Potomac which was the name of the Union Army during the American Civil war. The plaza was completed in 1916. It has an oval shape which is bisected by the 59th Street. (Louie, 1990) The southern part of this plaza is squeezed in between the Plaza Hotel and the General Motors building whereas the northern part is a cutout of central park. The plaza can be considered a successful garden because ...

Coke and Pepsi in 2006

The two companies, Pepsi-Cola and Coca-Cola are faced with a strategic problem of reversing the fortunes of a stagnating carbonated soft drinks (CSD) market both in the United States and internationally and fighting off intense competition in making inroads into the emerging markets for non carbonated beverages both in the United States and internationally while at the same time maintaining a good and rewarding working relationships with bottlers and distributors of the companies’ products. The market for carbonated soft drinks, which has been the core product for both companies has leveled off to a growth of about 1% per annum between 1998 ...