Mortuary Practices in Archaeology
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A 13 page paper summarizing ten articles written in the vein of “Social dimensions of mortuary practices” by A.A. Saxe and addressing such subjects as Jewish Shiva, Sadako’s paper cranes, Southern funeral traditions and findings at an Early Bronze Age site in Jordan. All of these articles point toward the magnitude of the impact of death within specific societies or segments of larger ones. Though the practices and beliefs vary, the common factor is that single deaths have for millennia affected greater numbers of those still living. This paper also includes specific treatments of the bodies and artifacts included in burial for several regions including Iron Age Israel, the Hmong People, an Egyptian priest and the Late Archaic of the southwest US, as well as a description of the oldest mummy to have been found in North America. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
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Jordan: Economy and Trade
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A 20 page paper which examines many various aspects of the economy and trade as it relates to Jordan. Jordan is a region that is heavily dependent upon its neighbors for import and export business. As a result of its location, Jordan is often at the mercy of regions such as Iraq and Iran. This heavily influences their economy. In addition, the United States provides Jordan with economic aid. Some of the issues address include the currency of Jordan, and its rate of change, trade agreements between Jordan and other regions, some history, and balance of payments. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
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Demographic Transition Theory and the Changes in Jordan
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This 4 page paper considers the demographic transition theory and applies it to changes that have occurred over the past three decades in Jordan. This paper assesses major demographic changes, especially those relative to development and population. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Development and The Kingdom of Jordan
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This 6 page report presents a brief overview of the development process in Jordan and illustrates the country’s growth and expansion over the past several decades. Numerous charts and graphs are included. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWjordev.rtf

Developmental Dynamics and Growth in the Kingdom of Jordan
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This 10 page report discusses a number of factors associated with the changing demographics of the nation of Jordan and their impact on development issues. Jordan is a small country that has had to creatively make the most of its limited resources and markets. Most international economic analysts believe Jordan’s economy may be, in the most significant of arenas, experiencing a recession. Nonetheless, the potential remains for a true fiscal renaissance for Jordan and its people. The theory of “demographic transition” serves as a baseline for greater understanding of the economic phenomenon being faced by Jordan. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Economic Overview for an American CEO Visiting Jordan
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This 11 page report discusses The Kingdom of Jordan’s economy from the perspective of a CEO of a large American company. Regardless of the concerns proffered by certain economic analyses, it is clear that Jordan and many of its neighboring nations are well on the way to the implementation of the necessary structural adjustment to promote true and encompassing economic stability and expansion. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Poverty Issues and Social Service Safety Nets in the Middle East and North Africa -- Focus on The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
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This 20 page report discusses the economies and social systems of nations in the Middle East and North Africa. Income distribution during economic adjustment has actually worsened in many of the countries of the Middle East and North Africa as their governments attempt to change from being directly involved in economic activity and work instead to create conditions for the economically active to help themselves. Bibliography lists 17 sources.
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Sociology of Mortuary Practices
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A 6 page paper summarizing ten articles written in the vein of “Social dimensions of mortuary practices” by A.A. Saxe and addressing such subjects as Jewish Shiva, Sadako’s paper cranes, Southern funeral traditions and findings at an Early Bronze Age site in Jordan. All of these articles point toward the magnitude of the impact of death within specific societies or segments of larger ones. Though the practices and beliefs vary, the common factor is that single deaths have for millennia affected greater numbers of those still living. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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The Political Culture of Jordan
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A 6 page overview of the political culture of Jordan. Relates the history of Jordan since it won its independence from Great Britain in 1946 and relates the political culture of the country is largely determined by trade-based interaction with other countries and the policies which regulate this trade. Bibliography lists sources.
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Iranians In The US and the Cold War Effect On That Relationship:
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This five page-paper presents and in-depth discussion on why Iranians first began coming to the US and what historical event promoted their migration. Bibliography lists four sources.
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Arab Nationalism / Why A Single, Unified Arab State Has Not Yet Been Achieved
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7 pages in length. Despite the fact that a single, unified Arab state has long been desired, the ever-present distraction of nation-state patriotism and tribal loyalties have remained the wedge that continues to defeat such a quest. Arab nationalism is said to be at fault for this inability to form a unified Arab state; however, there are those who contend that there exist a combination of reasons behind this ineffectualness. Not only does it have to do with Western interference and narrow-minded Arab leadership, but it also has a significant amount to do with the way that several nation-states uphold their political and social contrarieties. A considerable amount of critics believe that in order to achieve a cohesive, single, unified Arab state, there must be an end to violence and discord, as well as a move toward individual plans of development and removal of the nationalistic ideal. The writer discusses nationalism and unification as they relate to the Arab states. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Childrearing Practices Compared
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This 5 page paper compares childrearing practices in the United States and the Middle Eastern Muslim communities. Several issues are addressed. Family structure is discussed along with the role of the woman in each state. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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"All the Shah's Men"
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This 5 page paper examines Stephen Kinzer's book "All the Shah's Men" with regard to America's foreign entanglements, and asks whether the nation is well served by a policy of effecting regime change in other sovereign nations. It further discusses Kinzer's book with regard to the promises President Truman made in his speech in Mexico City in 1947. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVAllSha.rtf

"Roadmap to Peace" in Middle East
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A 4 page research paper that examines the plan for Middle East proposed by President Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair that is referred to as "Roadmap to Peace." The writer discusses the plan's major steps and timetable, as well as likely objections that may come from Israelis and Palestinians. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khrdmap.rtf

A History of the Modern Middle East/Book Review
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A 6 page book review of A History of the Modern Middle East by William Cleveland (1994). This is a complex and scholarly work, designed to present Middle Eastern history to both students and general readers who have not previously studied this subject. The Middle East plays a prominent role in the daily news. In many cases, commentators and policymakers appear mystified by Middle Eastern attitudes and, particularly, by their stance towards the West and the US. Cleveland's history not only explains past events, but also places them within cultural and geographic context that aids the reader in seeing how the region evolved to its present state. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khhisme.rtf

A Look at Plascov's The Palestinian Refugees in Jordan 1948-1957
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This 7 page paper examines this book about the Palestinian refugees. The paper thoughtfully discusses and reacts to the work. No additional sources cited.
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A POTENTIAL FOR FIRE: THE KURDISTAN STRUGGLE FOR RECOGNITION IN SYRIA
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This 4 page paper examines the growing unrest by Kurds living in Syria in 2004. Based on a New York Times article. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: MBkurd.rtf