Essays on Tourism Literature Reviews

The paper "Period Of Water Issues In The History Of New York" discusses how the author of the book "Water for Gotham: A History" traces the long history of water deficiencies in the city of New York.... The book is a carefully researched history of the water problems of New York, from 1800 till today....

This review discusses the justice system of the Death penalty.... The review analyses the introduction and subsequent testing of inmates with new DNA technologies, which can determine both innocence and guilt.... The review discusses the effects of the death penalty.... ... ... ... Capital punishment has been administered and accepted in this country for over 200 years, however, some states have now abolished the practice, while others continue with sanctioned executions....

Review of an Article Pertaining to Effects of Resveratrol in Cellular Apoptosis and Tendonitis Development in Human Tenocytes Cellular apoptosis in tenocytes has been linked to several differential gene regulations such as upregulation of: Type III collagen mRNA expression; pro-inflammatory cytokines through oxidative stress; tumor necrosis factor-?...

This movie review "Film Analysis: Sherlock Jr" presents The film Sherlock Jr.... that opens with a proverb that states - "Don't try to do two things at once and expect do justice to both.... This is so true in the movie because the different scenes flit between dreams and reality.... ... ... ... Due to the film being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant,' Sherlock Jr....

The paper "Analysis of Getting Fired for the Glory of God by Michael Yaconelli " discusses that the book speaks about how the youth ministry has changed and turned from seeking to serve God in a humble way instead of a big way.... Mike Yoconelli reminds people to stay focused on Christ.... ... ... ...

The author concludes that the position of the information security professional has transformed over the past years and will change more.... Executing controls to be in conformity with audit needs is not the manner in which a program should be run.... There are restricted resources accessible for controls....

The paper "Significances of Parking Reform towards Urban Planning" explains the role of urban planning in terms of parking reforms.... A proper urban design must be made so that the implementation of urbanization rules, such as appropriate parking charges, can be made easier in the city.... .... ...

The author focuses on 'Fires of Jubilee: Nat Turner's Rebellion' which explores the background of an upsurge which culminated into such a horrifying event along with the explanation of the facts that drive not only the scholars but the readers as well from the complacency of America's slave history....

The paper "Critique of Children of Dust by Ali Eteraz" discusses that the first section of the book highlights the life of a young in a rural part of Pakistan which is a Muslim society.... In this section of the book, the boy is named Abirul Islam, which is a metaphor for the 'perfume of Islam.... ....

The following book review "The Restoration of Apartheid Schooling in America" deals with the evident educational and social inequalities in the United States.... It is stated that the book was published in 2005 after the Supreme Court declared that public school segregation squarely unconstitutional....

Nucci's book is divided into two parts and is primarily designed to present both theory and research relating to a demonstration of morality forms that foundation for social values inherent in the educating of children today.... The approach of the book is to illustrate how.... ... ... The overarching purpose of the book is to provide teachers with some practical ideas that they can use to establish a morals centered classroom environment....

This paper "Success Built to Last: Creating a Life that Matters" presents the book titled Success Built to Last: Creating a Life that Matters which is one of the bestselling books in the 21st century.... It suggests that success requires a specific approach in order to last.... ... ... ... The book is written by three of the greatest authors of the century: Jerry Porras, Stewart Emery, and Mark Thompson....

The paper "Italian Futurism and Precisionism" discusses that constructivism is a learning (epistemology) theory arguing that humans generate their own knowledge and meaning to the phenomenon from numerous interactions emanating and revolving between their ideas and experiences.... ... ... ... The video from Cambridge Architectural Research Ltd tries to explain the idea of artistic constructivism....

This paper "Affect Architecture on Behavior of the Society" tells that in an examination of how scholars have argued and expressed understanding of architecture, it is possible to develop coherent arguments on how power control affects behavior and people (Lockton, 2011).... ... ... ... The diverse set of concepts and methods in some of the journals helps in understanding the ways in which architecture regulates the social, economic, and political phenomena....

The paper "The Role of Cloud Networks" states the utilization of cloud networks with its application to Freeform Gameplay.... We will try to virtualize live freeform gameplays via the cloud network.... This will therefore depend on the understanding of the current freeform gameplays.... ... ... ... The approach will focus on the decentralized creation of the components outlined in the blueprint....

The paper "The Study of Making up the Mind" suggests that we have always claimed control of our actions.... We place this control on our conscious.... We always hold the belief that it is our consciousness that directs our paths.... In his book, 'Making up the Mind: How the Brain Creates Our Mental World'....

The paper "What Can You Learn from Warren Buffett" discusses that considering the theories in relation to Buffett's investing principles, it can be said that Buffett is an effective and productive businessman as he is able to apply the necessary theories in his business strategies.... ... ... ... The global community today depends mostly on successful business activities because these would help in determining the projected value of business assets, especially stocks....

This study reviews Wendy Lower's Hitlers Furies in which discuss what the German women who went East to assist Hitler's project for Racial reconstruction of Eastern Europe and tell about the bases of support of the Nazi regime and how it functioned.... ... ... ... This paper will discuss the prominent role of women during Hitler's regime....

The paper "Moral Relativism in Business Ethics" discusses that the major influence on organizational behavior is organizational culture (Browne et al.... 1995).... And workers are aware that they are expected to abide by these rules and will be recognized for such compliance.... .... ... ... Moral relativism is a theoretical principle about the truth or nature of morality....

"The Proposition that Beta Is All Required to Determine a Security Expected Return" paper facilitates the comparative assessment of different stocks, bonds, or securities as options for financial investment.... This model to date remains one of the most popular frameworks.... ... ... ... Although Morelli (2007), for UK data found no significant relationship between Beta and realized returns using the traditional methodology, using a slightly modified version of the Pettengill et al (1995) approach, beta is found to be a significant risk factor with a positive (negative) relationship with realized returns during up markets....

This paper is a critical review of Becky Francis and Louis Archer's study on British Chinese pupils and how they view themselves in relation to the trend of ‘Laddism'.... he construction of ‘Laddism' is inherently a British phenomenon,concerning male values and their projection of masculinity as their main ideal, education....

Recycling Introduction As more wastes are being produced, mother earth is slowly losing its breath consequentially endangering human and animal habitat.... One way proven productive in addressing this problem is recycling, which does not simply reduce waste but also creates business.... ... ... ... Although not all materials can be recycled, most can be....

In the essay 'Ernest Hemingway's Soldiers Home' the author discusses a story, which is part of a collection of short stories called In Our Time, which was written by Ernest Hemingway and was published in the year 1925.... The book consists of many well-known short stories.... ... ... ... The author states that 'Soldier's Home' is about the former marine, Harold Krebs, who after serving in the First World War, returns to his childhood home in a small Oklahoma town....

The main objective of the review "Political Studies: Presidential Characters" is to classify the common qualities present in personalities of the most known political leaders.... Furthermore, the writer will investigate the relation of those characteristics in regard to performance at the White House....

The author of this report entitled "Prisoners Without Trial" comments on the changes which occurred during World War II and which not only affected the main war-front in Germany and the surrounding countries which were fighting in the different regions.... .... ... ... One of the changes which occurred was in the United States with the incarceration of 120,000 Japanese Americans, specifically as a response to the threats of Communism and political ties which were a part of the war....

It seems as if offenders are getting younger and younger by the year.... There are undoubtedly a multitude of causes of juvenile offending – breakdown of the family, poverty, lack of morals, community.... ... ... However, two articles will be examined that delineate two different causes of juvenile offending....

From the paper "Why Don't We Listen Better by Petersen" it is clear that chapter eighteen contains useful methods for the improvement of the listening ability which will be very interesting for my further practice.... These skills are very important for me as I want to apply them to my future profession....

"Comparing and Contrasting the Dance Films Honey (2003) and Step Up (2006)" paper analizes "Changing the Dance Curriculum in view of the dance Step Up" by David Cushway, "Introduction: Making the Invisible Visible: Staging Sexualities through the Honey Dance" by Desmond.... ... ... ... Interactions between the pre-adolescent children and Director Gordon capture the image of Director Gordon being superior to the two as he trains them on how to really surf....

"Analysis of Publications about Personality and Social Psychology" paper contains a literature review of such articles as "The Student's Guide to Social Neuroscience" by Ward, "Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin" by Wegener, and "Generalized Anxiety Disorder".... .... ... ...

This essay discusses that Clay Christensen, the author of 'How Will You Measure Your Life' is a professor at Harvard Business School.... Christener, James Allworth, and Karen Dillon; the co-authors of the book, try to associate the family with career life as the major theme of their work.... ... ...

The author of this review "Mental Toughness Skills for a Nations Defenders" is focused on the psychological of the nation's peacekeepers.... It is mentioned that the books first edition was published in the year 2010 by Warrior Science Group as a Psychological text.... .... ... ... The text focuses on human performance in high stress situations and how tough they are mentally to cope with difficult situation....

This paper ''Analysis of the Theme of Dedication in the Movie-Chariots of Fire''tells that dedication is the state of conviction to continue with one's actions despite the challenges presented, discouragement from others or even the lack of a sign to excel.... From the course, this trait is shown to emanate from an individual's internal sense of victory....

The paper "Rules of the Road by Joan Baur" will begin with the statement that Jenna Boiler is pleased with her job, selling shoes after school at Gladstone's Shoe Store in Chicago, Illinois.... While she is happy with her job, however, Jenna is not necessarily happy with her physical appearance.... ....

The current paper 'Employee Privacy Rights in the Workplace' will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having monitoring systems.... The paper defends the position where the advantage far outweighs the disadvantages of having monitoring systems.... ... ... ... The author of the following paper maintains that employee monitoring is a positive action in the workplace because it allows the employer to see the actions and performances of their employees....

The paper "How to Win Friends and Influence People by Carnegie Dale" highlights that people will feel a sense of empowerment and thus they will be more loyal towards the company.... This loyalty and active participation will help to increase the performance level.... ... ... ... All of the tips and tactics are about the maintenance of workplace behavior....

The review "Advanced Strategic Planning Critique" focuses on major issues on the book Advanced Strategic Planning by A.... Malphurs, a renowned author in the strategic leadership of the church, a pastoral ministries lecturer at Dallas Theological Seminary.... ... ... ... In his book Advanced Strategic Planning, Malphurs' objective is to assist churches to revitalize and accomplish their objectives through the development and implementation of strategic leadership plans....

The paper "Spirituality in Christian Counseling" discusses that counselling is not an easy process, and Christian counselling is no different.... It requires thoughtful reflection, not to mention an understanding of basic practices like forgiveness, prayer, and Biblical living.... ... ... ... One positive is that this book educates about the possible negatives that could come up in counselling....

The paper "Workplace Bullying " is a great example of a literature review on human resources.... For most managers, safety procedures and policies have been set in place in order to manage workplace safety.... Safety refers to physical and psychological safety and employers are required by law and by the....

"Analysis of Articles about Immigration" paper examines Michael Kinsley's article 'Kidding Ourselves about Immigration' which argues about the uselessness of the argument surrounding immigration, and"Why Illegal Immigration Alone Doesn't Matter Washington Post" by Malanga.... ... ... ... The US is a country of immigrants and the diversity of its population is what makes the nation strong....

This literature review "Informed Consent in the Workplace" discusses the issue of ethics that is fundamental in all profit and not-for-profit organizations.... It is applicable in medical practice, business, social institutions, and at various other workplaces.... ... ... ... The proper management at any given organization will take care of the interests of every individual....

The paper "The Impact of Internship on Graduates Employability" discusses that internship, though positively considered as an empirical educative system, is also viewed as an abuse of labour forces who are trading their knowledge, skills, time, and efforts in a work without pay.... ... ... ... Is an internship program an opportunity for students and fresh graduates needing employment or a corporate excuse to optimize a cost-effective, pro-active, and eager human resources capital without fees and benefits?...

The paper "Medical and Religious Ethics" states that medical and religious ethics often clash.... From the secular perspective, the syllabus of health care ethics should be one, but there are many religions, and their ethical philosophies are not only different but often clash.... ... ... ... Dr Verghese narrates his ethical dilemma when he sets on the mission with readiness to treat the patients from the deadly virus, the curse of the devil, against the advice of his fellow doctors and the fears expressed by his wife as for his health....

The paper "Evidence-Based Management" is an outstanding example of a management literature review.... The paper "Evidence-Based Management" is an outstanding example of a management literature review.... Evidence-based management is a relatively new concept.... Rousseau states that evidence-based management involves identifying the best evidence and incorporating them into organizational practices (256)....

The paper 'Small Business and Online Retailing' is a thrilling example of an e-commerce literature review.... The paper 'Small Business and Online Retailing' is a thrilling example of an e-commerce literature review.... Generally, setting up an online retail business requires a comparatively small amount of capital in case the entrepreneur manages a budget wisely....

Book Review: Operation Dark Heart Grade Course (November 22nd, 2013) Book Review: Operation Dark Heart The book; Operation Dark Heart: Spycraft and Special Ops on the Frontlines of Afghanistan – And the Path to Victory, by Lt.... ... ... ... Col.... Shaffer Anthony, gives one of the most incisive and systematic recollection of the USA war in Afghanistan, citing the various operations that were undertaken during the war, how they were undertaken and the consequences of such actions....

This present paper provides answers to three questions that are based on the global car industry case study.... The questions and answers are mainly based on the concepts of external strategic developments, knowledge management, and corporate social responsibility in the global car industry.... ... ...

Review: Coming of Age in Mississippi by Your Name Class Name University Name November 24, 2015 Review: Coming of Age in Mississippi Moody, Anne.... Coming of Age in Mississippi.... New York: Laurel Books, 1968.... 432.... Print.... The ability to transcend social and economical situations to which one is born, or finds themselves, has long been considered the essence of the ‘American dream'....

The Big Lebowsksi, a Film Review “The Cohen brothers' “The Big Lebowski” is a genial, shambling comedy about a human trainwreck, and should come with a warning like the one Mark Twain attached to ‘Huckleberry Finn': “Persons attempting to find a plot in it will be shot.... ?? – Roger Ebert (1998) True to the film critic's, Roger Ebert, review of the film, The Big Lebowski is an experimental film that challenges the standard Hollywood directing style, if not a mockery....

This paper presents the book review on Ethics on The Job by Pfeiffer and Forsberg.... Numerous business and job ethics books have already been published and one of them is 'Ethics on The Job' by Pfeiffer and Forsberg (2005).... This book is already on its third edition, and it includes new sections....

In the paper 'Elegy for My Father by Annie Finch,' the author analyzes one of Finch's major poetry books which includes her works from the 1990s as well as some poems from 1980s and one from 1970.... The poems are written around the theme of the Celtic or Wiccan calendar.... ... ... ... The author states that many poems varying in style and ideas are written around themes which are more feminist like a woman's cycles, her relationship with parents, her grievances, her pregnancies and her loves but in other poems which are not around mythical, like 'Elegy for my Father', Finch is inspired by some moment in her life....