Academic papers on European History

El Cid, Koran, Yvain, Joinville
This 28 page paper responds to nine disparate questions incorporating each of these four works into each response: El Cid; Koran; Yvain or the Knight with the Lion by Chretien de Troyes; and The Memoirs of the Lord of Joinville. In the last case,...
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French Absolutism in the 17th Century:
This 4 page paper examines the way in which French absolutism in the 17th century pervaded the political landscape of that era. This paper further explores the influence of Louis XIV and the effects of absolutism. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Burke's "Reflections On The Revolution In France" And Herder's "Outlines Of A Philosophy Of The History Of Man" - Significance In European History
7 pages in length. The writer discusses the opposing perspectives of both writers and how each one influenced European history. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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RASPUTIN: THE SAINT WHO SINNED BY BRIAN MOYNAHAN
This 9 page paper summarizes Brian Moynahan's book, Rasputing: The Saint Who Sinned. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Parnell & O'Shea & Irish Politics
An 8 page research paper that discusses the decade-long affair between Charles Stewart Parnell and Kitty O'Shea, which brought about the demise of Parnell's political career. In 1890, Great Britain was rocked by a scandal of monumental proportions....
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The Rise and Fall of the Witch Hunts in Europe
This 4 page paper considers what created the witch hunts, often referred to the 'burning times' in Europe. The paper looks at both the power of the church as well as more general social conditions that brought about the death of thousands, and then...
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THE POLITICAL CULTURE OF THE SANS CULLOTES IN PRE-REVOLUTIONARY FRANCE
This 6 page paper discusses the tensions between the Jacobins and the Sans culottes. Specific examples given. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Churchill, 1939-40
A 3 page research paper that examines why Winston Churchill was out of power in 1939, yet prime minister of Great Britain in 1940. The writer relates this fact to Churchill's stance against German rearmament in the 1930s. Bibliography lists 2...
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The Origins of the French Revolution:
This 4 page paper examines the many divergent causes of the French Revolution, stressing the variety of causes that perpetuated the eventual revolution. More specifically, this paper discusses many of the political, social, intellectual, and...
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THE MILITARY INNOVATION OF GUNPOWDER
This 5 page paper discusses the impact of gunpowder as it is introduced and utilized on the battlefield throughout five centuries. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Origin of Feudalism
A 3 page discussion of feudalism. The author examines the circumstances of ninth and tenth century Europe and contends that feudalism was the perfect political system for the Middle Ages. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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British trade unions in the 20th century
A paper which looks at the history of trade unions in Britain in the twentieth century, with particular reference to the postwar period, and considers the possible future of labour relations in the UK in the light of the present industrial...
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Understanding Edmund Burke as a True Conservative
This 5 page report discusses British parliamentarian and political philosopher Edmund Burke (1730-97) and his essay titled "Reflections on the Revolution in France" and why he discounted the revolution. It also discusses why Burke should be thought...
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De Stael/On Germany
A 20 page research paper/analysis of early nineteenth century writer Madame Germaine de Stael's 1813 text De l'Allemagne (On Germany), which is a comprehensive overview of Germany history, climate and natural character. Not only does Stael discuss...
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Mary Queen of Scots as a threat to the English throne
A paper which looks at the extent to which Mary Stuart presented a credible threat to the English throne, with reference to her upbringing, her religious affiliations, and her lack of political acumen in comparison to Elizabeth. Bibliography lists 2...
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