Academic papers on Philosophy

SOCRATES
This 3 page paper discusses Socrates' ideas on self-examination. Quotes cited from the texts. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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THE NARRATIVE TECHNIQUE OF PLATO
This 4 page paper discusses the literary and narrative technique that Plato employs in his work, The Symposium. Examples and quotes cited from the text. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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PLATO
This 8 page paper discusses the difference between the philosophies of Plato and Aristotle, and answers the question of Platonic ideas. Quotes cited from many sources. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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John Stuart Mill and His Works
This 13 page paper is replete with information about this famous philosopher and provides an overview of each of his major works, including but not limited to On Liberty and Utilitarianism. His personal life is discussed as well. Both the man and...
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FOOTBALL, MINORITY COACHES AND JUSTICE
This 10-page paper discusses whether it is just to fine professional football teams, under the "Rooney Rule," for not interviewing a black prospect for a potential head-coaching job. The paper examines the definition of justice from Plato's...
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Pico's Oration
A paper which looks at Pico's Oration as an example of fifteenth century philsophy, and considers how Pico's worldview relates to that of the nineteenth century, and to the modern world. Bibliography lists 5 sources
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John Locke's Political Philosophy and Views on Property Rights
This 8 page paper evaluates Locke's political theory and how it relates to property. Many ideas about property are discussed, inclusive of Karl Marx's take on the matter. Private property and everything that goes along with it, including taxes, is...
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DESCARTES AND THE MEDITATIONS
This 3 page paper discusses Descartes' Mediations, the main question posed, and how he answers that question. Quotes cited. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Is Prostitution a Victimless Crime?
This 8 page paper examines the crime of prostitution and whether or not it is a victimless crime. Devlin and Mill's positions are examined in respect to how the law should treat prostitution. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Stoic Philosophy Of Seneca
7 pages in length. The extent to which Seneca's philosophical themes have withstood the test of time is both grand and far-reaching; that his common man's insight is still pertinent in contemporary society speaks to the power inherent to such a...
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Evil According to Aristotle
This 6 page paper looks at Nicomachean Ethics. The concept of evil is discussed in a general sense and many examples are provided. Nietzsche's ideas are touched on and utilitarianism is also mentioned in the course of the discussion. Several...
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DOES TECHNOLOGY TRULY PROMOTE PROGRESS?
This 3 page paper discusses and gives the arguments of several well known modern philosophers: David Strong and Herbert Marcuse. Quotes cited from works. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Michel Foucault on Freedom
A 4 page research paper/essay that explores the perspective of French philosopher Michael Foucault on freedom. In particular, the writer explores how Foucault perceived the relationship between power and freedom. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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The Applicability of Mill's Utilitarianism in Today's Society
This 3 page paper provides an overview of the concept and hones in on specifics according to John Stuart Mill. His work entitled Utilitarianism is used as a reference. No additional sources cited.
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Critical Analysis of W.V. Quine
A 2.5 page paper which examines and explains the author
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