Health Care - Japan and United States
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This 6 page paper compares different aspects of the health care system in these two countries. As such, it comments on a variety of issues and provides a great deal of statistical data. Examples include: infant mortality rates, life expectancy, expenditures per capita, availability of medical technology, percentage each government spends, impact of an aging population. The writer also discusses medical training, changes in the Japanese health care system, and research. Statistical data are included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Heian Period Literature
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A 2 1/2 page paper that examines what can be learned from studying Heian period literature. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Hersey's Hiroshima
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This 5 page paper examines the book Hiroshima by John Hersey. Some quotes are included. No additional sources cited.
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Hiroshima in Historical Perspective
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This 11 page paper evaluates how the dropping of the atomic bomb was viewed in the 1940s and then again fifty years later . Differences in reporting as well as ideology are discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Historical Analysis of the Edward Zwick Film, “The Last Samurai” (2003)
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A 4 page paper which considers whether or not this film can be recommended as a source of historical information. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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History in “Proud Shoes” by Murray and “Nisei Daughter” by Sone
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A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts the historical aspects found in “Proud Shoes” by Pauli Murray and “Nisei Daughter” by Monica Sone. No additional sources cited.
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How Did Pearl Harbor Affect the Japanese?:
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This 7 page paper discusses the impact of Pearl Harbor and how the Americans responded to this unprecidented event. Specifically, this paper discusses America's military response and how this affected Japan in terms of their military and economy. Bibliograpy lists 9 sources.
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How Did The Drop Of Atomic Bomb In Hiroshima Influence Japan And The United States In Terms Of Cultural Memory?
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4 pages in length. Examining the way in which dropping the atomic bomb on Hiroshima influenced cultural memory of Japan and the United States requires one to look at the event from two entirely different perspectives. America felt justified in doing so if it meant bringing an end to battle; Japan took it as the primary motivating factor to continue retaliating even upon surrendering after the initial bombing. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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How Women's Roles Have Changed in the Japanese Workplace From Submissive to Aggressive
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A 5 page paper which examines the changing roles of women in the Japanese workplace, how this change has affected society, men and their positions, and how office ladies (OLs) get their way by using their gender to manipulate men. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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