Tao Te Ching
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a 6 page paper on this Chinese philosophy. The writer explores the history of Tao and gives a summary of its basic principles. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Taoching.wps

Confuscianism, Taoism, Legalism
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A 5 page paper that discusses Arthur Waley's [author of book w/ same name] opinion and categorization of pre-Han eastern religious/philosophical debates in regard these three dimensions of thought. The writer argues that Waley's view is limited by his own interpretation of the that discourse. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Conftao.wps

Confucius, Alexander the Great & Socrates / A Comparison
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A 4 page comparison of three historical figures, Confucius, Alexander the Great and Socrates. Discusses the accomplishments of each and presents a comparison of military verses philosophical pursuits. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPconfuc.wps

Israeli and Palestinian Conflict 1947- 1987
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This informative and concisely written 9 page paper looks at the history surrounding the State of Israel and its conflict with the Palestinians as well as its' Arab neighbours. The origins of the State of Israel are briefly considered with the paper concentrating on the period between 1947 and 1987. This includes The United Nations partition plan; the Six Day War; the formation of the Palestinian Liberation Army; the Cairo agreement; the Yom Kippur War; the role President Sadat of Egypt; President Carter and the Camp David Accords and the 1987 intiffada. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEisrael.wps

Anchee Min/Red Azalea
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A 5 page essay on Anchee Min's autobiographical account—Red Azalea-- of her life in China under Chairman Mao. While some Chinese Americans have accused Min of fictionalizing part of her account, the writer argues that Min's narrative has the ring of authenticity. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99azalea.rtf