Academic papers on Western Civilization

Ancient Egypt
This 10 page paper presents an overview of ancient Egypt beginning with the location and amount of territory belonging to Egypt in ancient times. Other topics include the importance of the Nile River, agriculture and taxes farmers paid, the Scribes...
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The Development of Government in Europe: 1095-1500
A 5 page paper which discusses the various governmental changes that occurred in all of Europe between 1095 and 1500. The Byzantine Empire and the Middle Ages are briefly discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Lost Civilization of Man
A 7 page paper that explores the decline of three civilizations - the Minoan civilization in 1000 BC, the Roman Empire in 1453 AD, and the Cherokee Nation in 1839 AD. Similarities and contrasts in the factors leading to the decline of these...
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Italian Renaissance
When one talks about the Renaissance the most common topic is art and architecture. It is true that the Italian Renaissance was marked by some of the greatest and most prolific masters of painting, sculpture and building. It is also true that the...
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The Renaissance
This 8 page paper explores the time period and discusses art, philosophy and history. While Italy is emphasized, other European countries are explored. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Joan Of Arc: Trial And Association With The Hundred Years' War
9 pages in length. Considered to be one of the most influential women in the history of the world, Joan of Arc was not initially perceived as such during the period she was tried and convicted for witchcraft and heresy by being burned at the stake....
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How the Ancient Egyptians Used Mathematics to Build the Pyramids
In 12 pages, the author discusses how the ancient Egyptians used mathematics to build the pyramids. . It is apparent that mathematics was used in the building of the ancient pyramids of Egypt. One only has to look at the size, the dimensions, and...
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Henry VIII's Wives, a Comparison
Henry VIII's Wives, a Comparison : 6 pages in length. This paper discusses and compares two of King Henry VIII's six wives and their very different fates at the hand of their husband. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Henry.wps, Henwives.wps
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Blaming Kings James I & Charles I For The English Civil War
Blaming Kings James I & Charles I For The English Civil War : This 5 page essay discussed the extent to which kings James and Charles can be blamed for the Civil War. It discusses the Religious tensions at the time- between the Catholics and the...
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The Northern European Renaissance
The Northern European Renaissance : A 5 page paper in which the writer examines the Northern European Renaissance through the works of Jan van Eyck, Rogier van der Weyden, and Pietr Brueghel the Elder. Bibliography lists 4 sources. ...
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Roman Empire / Reason for Collapse
Roman Empire / Reason for Collapse : In 5 pages, the author discusses the reason for the collapse of the Roman Empire. The Roman Empire was a great and powerful entity at one time. In fact, many of today's fields such as literature, law, art, and...
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Ancient Influences on Western Civilization
Ancient Influences on Western Civilization : A 5 page discussion of the influence of Greece and Rome on western civilization. Discusses the impact on these cultures by Mesopotamia and Egypt and how Greece and Rome in turn influenced other world...
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Humanism
A 6 page paper discussing the role of humanistic thought in the Reformation. Many believe 'humanism' to be an arrogance embodied in an attitude that reflects the 1970s attitude of the 'I
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English Commoner 1800-1850
English Commoner 1800-1850 : This 10 page paper discusses the life of the English commoner during the first half of the nineteenth century. This was an incredibly hard life with work beginning about age five and all workers working at least twelve...
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The Rise of Universities In the Middle Ages
The Rise of Universities In the Middle Ages : A 5 page research paper which looks at how this intrinsic part of Western civilization originated during a time in history which is thought of as the "Dark Ages." The writer points out how only a handful...
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