Chinese in Indonesia / Scapegoats
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A 15 page paper on the recent economic problems that are plaguing Indonesia and causing many of the citizens to attack the Chinese people of that country. While only a small percentage of Indonesia is comprised of Chinese individuals, it is those Chinese who make up the largest percentage of shop-owners and as a result of this the Chinese have been attacked for causing the rapid economic decline of Indonesia. A brief section on the history of the Chinese in Indonesia is included followed by a section describing some of the riots of 1998. The remainder of the paper is essentially devoted to the politics behind the unrest illustrating that the issue of the economic decline that is plaguing Indonesia is not the fault of the handful of Chinese who live and work there. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Indochi2.wps

Effects of the Asian Currency Crisis
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This 8 page paper looks at the effects of the Asian currency crisis on the United States and possible action which could be taken to help the situation. The problem with the presence of nuclear weapons in the region is touched upon. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Curcris.wps

Modernity: Thailand
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5 pages in length. Thailand has endured a long and tumultuous period of development from the time of the early modern age up until present day. The writer discusses how history has paved the road of modernity for Thailand from the early modern age up to the present. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: ThaiMod.wps

The Asian Economy
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A 5 page paper discussing a brief history of, and the current status of, the Asian economy, the factors that have led to its current problems and what steps are being taken to correct them. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Asiane2.wps

The Urbanization of Asia
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An 8 page paper on the growing urbanization in Asia. The writer discusses the problems associated with the increased urban population, and its effects on the rural areas. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Asiaurbn.wps

Nguyen, Du
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An overview and annotated bibliography of academic research on Nguyen Du's Tale of Kieu. Bibliography lists 2 sources. JVDuNguy.rtf
Filename: JVDuNguy.rtf

Asian National Essay
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A 7 page creative & fictitious essay (based on historical facts) of the viewpoint of an Asian national around the turn of the century. The essay is written from the viewpoint of a Vietnamese farmer, who believes in Confucianism, and is hearing the words of Marx talk about collective farming techniques. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Asianess.wps

Obesity in American Children
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A 6 page discussion of the growing problem of childhood obesity. This paper statistically describes the problem and suggests behavioral modification is key to addressing it. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPobeseChildrenBehavioralTherapy.rtf

Zen Buddhism
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This 4 page paper looks at the cultural impact of Zen Buddhism on the Eastern and Western communities. The writer looks at the transitions in Buddhist perspectives within Asian countries, including Japan, and the effects of the introduction of Zen Buddhism into Western philosophies in the 1950s. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Buddhism.wps