Biographies
Study the biographies of people who have significantly influenced global change. Such people have appeared at all times throughout human history to give the world something new and unexplored.
2,881 Essays on Biographies. Documents 901 - 930
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Ernest Hemingway
Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961), born in Oak Park, Illinois, started his career as a writer in a newspaper office in Kansas City at the age of seventeen. After the United States entered the First World War, he joined a volunteer ambulance unit in the Italian army. Serving at the front, he was wounded, was decorated by the Italian Government, and spent considerable time in hospitals. After his return to the United States, he became a reporter
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Ernest Hemingway
Ernest Hemingway was born on July 21, 1899 in Oak Park, Illinois to parents Clarence and Grace Hemingway. As a young boy Hemingway took after his father when it came to a choice of lifestyle. He showed that he was more interested in the outdoors and sports instead of music, which was what his mother hoped that he would learn to love. These interests that Hemingway developed would turn out to be what would shape
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Ernest Hemingway
Ernest Hemingway wrote In Our Time in 1925, and its critical acclaim established him as a literary force. Critics currently argue over whether it should be considered a novel or merely a compilation of short stories and vignettes. In fact it has no defined genre, and ever since its publication, readers have had trouble coming to terms with its form. Still, many do see it as a novel, or as D.H. Lawrence called it, a
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Ernest Hemingway: A Literary Marvel
Ernest Hemingway: A Literary Marvel “One generation passeth away, and another generation cometh; but the earth abideth forever . . . The sun also ariseth, and the sun goeth down, and hasteth to the place where he arose . . . The wind goeth toward the south, and turneth about unto the north; it whirleth about continually, and the wind returneth again according to his circuits . . . .All the rivers run into the
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Ernest Miller Hemingway
1. Biography of Ernest Miller Hemingway "Certainly there is no hunting like the hunting of man and those who have hunted armed men long enough and liked it, never really care for anything else thereafter. You will meet them doing various things with resolve, but their interest rarely holds because after the other thing ordinary life is as flat as the taste of wine when the taste buds have been burned off your tongue." ('On
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Ernest Rutherford
Ernest Rutherford Born on August 30th, 1871 in New Zealand, Ernest Rutherford accomplished to be one of many successful chemists throughout the world in the 19th and the 20th centuries. With his brilliant experiments he explained the puzzling problem of radioactivity and the sudden breakdown of atoms. In addition, he determined the structure of the atom and was first to ever split it. Rutherford’s great mind triggered innovations of new technology such as the smoke
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Ernesto "che" Guevara
During the Cuban Revolution of 1956-1959, led by Fidel Castro, which Ernesto Che Guevara participated in and became a commander in the Rebel Army, the goals of the Revolution changed from one of deposing the Dictator Fulgencio Batista, to a broader based social and economic movement, which featured agrarian reform as one of its main tenants. A large part of the Guerilla forces led by Castro and Guevara, sometimes above 80 percent, were peasants, some
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Ernesto Che Guevara
Ernesto “Che” Guevara Ernesto “Che” Guevara, a doctor and revolutionary in Bolivia, was assassinated by the American CIA for many political reasons, thus becoming a legend and idol after the Latin American Revolution. In the United States Che is remembered only as a relic of the 1960 revolution. In Europe he became a pop icon among the youth with little or no historical reference. Only in Cuba does his legacy stand for the hope and
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Erwin Rommel
Erwin Rommel ERWIN ROMMEL, (1891-1944), German general, known as the "Desert Fox for his brilliant military exploits in WORLD WAR II battles in North Africa. Erwin Johannes Eugen Rommel was born in Heidenheim, Wurttemberg, on Nov. 15, 1891. He joined the 124th Infantry Regiment as an officer cadet in 1910, and two years later was commissioned a 2d lieutenant. During World War I he served in France and on the Romanian and Italian fronts. After
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Erwin Rommel Jr.
Erwin Rommel Jr. was born on November 15, 1891 in a small Wьrtemburg town of Heidenheim. His father Erwin Johannes Eugen Rommel was a local schoolmaster and former artillery officer. His mother Helena von Luz was the daughter of the local Regierungs-Prasident. Rommel was one of five children, though his brother Manfred had died at an early age. As a child, he was reasonable and very gifted academically and athletically. He was educated at Tьbingen,
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Essay
Writing is easy, it's quality that's hard. Any idiot who knows 5 words can write a sentence (e.g. "Dufus big much Scott is"). It might be grammarless, broken, or inaccurate but it is writing. This means that when people can't start they're imagining the precision of the end, all polished and brilliant, a vision that makes the ugly clumsy junkyard that all beginnings are, impossible to accept. Good voice, tone, rhythm, ideas and grammar are
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Essay About Abdul Kalam
Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam born October 15, 1931, Tamil Nadu, India, usually referred as Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam^ , was the eleventh President of India, serving from 2002 to 2007. A notable engineer, he is often referred to as the Missile Man of India for his work and is considered a progressive mentor, innovator and visionary in India. He is also popularly known as the People's President. His term as president ended
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Essay on Ambrose Bierce
“An Occurrence At Owl Creek Bridge“ is an original short story written by Ambrose Bierce in 1890. Bierce has written many supernatural stories and was inspired by his own experiences as an officer in the American Civil War. The story is set in northern Alabama during the American Civil War. It is a story about a man named Peyton Farquhar. He is a slave owner and a politician. Because of “circumstances of an imperious nature”(line
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Essay on Malcolm X
When Malcolm moved out, he moved out with Shorty to Boston and started mingling in the nightlife and Boston underworld. He was amazed at the difference in atmosphere relatively compared to small town suburbia in Lansing, Michigan. He was overwhelmed as anyone would be, and emulated a lot of things he saw different people do. He wanted the money as people in Boston flaunted it; he wanted the beautiful women, etc. He started trying
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Essay on Sigmund Freud
Sigmund Freud Sigmund Freud is considered to be one of the most important figures in the fields of psychiatry and psychology. His ideas about psychoanalysis were developed in the 1800’s but are still being used today by professionals in the mental health field. This report will give some facts about his personal life, educational background, professional ideas, and accomplishments. On May 6, 1856, Sigmund Freud was born in Freiberg which is now the Czech Republic.
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Essay Sample on "a Biography of Nelson Mandela"
Essay Sample on "A Biography of Nelson Mandela" Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela is judged to be one of the greatest political leaders of modern times. Among his many accomplishments are the 1993 Nobel Peace Prize for his dedication to the fight against racial oppression in South Africa and establishing democracy there and becoming the president of South Africa in 1994 following their first multiracial elections. Nelson was born as the foster son of a Thembu chief
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Essay Sample on "philosophy, Socrates and Death"
Essay Sample on "Philosophy, Socrates and Death" Philosophy is a vast field. It examines and probes many different fields. Virtue, morality, immortality, death, and the difference between the psyche (soul) and the soma (body) are just a few of the many different topics which can be covered under the umbrella of philosophy. Philosophers are supposed to be experts on all these subjects. The have well thought out opinions, and they are very learned people. Among
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Ethel Waters
With all that Ethel Waters has contributed to music and film, it is surprising that she is often forgotten. She was a talented blues singer whose unique style distinguished her from other blues singers and she was a jazz vocalist as well. Her talent extended beyond singing, when she became a dramatic actress who earned award nominations for her performances. What was most remarkable about Waters' performances was how she reconstructed the mammy character into
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Eugene V. Debs
I. Eugene V. Debs was a Union leader who fought for the rights of workers. A. Since and early age he learned the values and hardships of work. He was a hard working man who stood against all forces to demand rightful rights. Eugene Debs ead many successful ands unsuccessful strikes. The government considered him a rebel and often placed him behind bars. B. Despite all the odds Eugene Debs helped shape the America into
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Eugene V. Debs Citizen and Socialist
Eugene V. Debs Citizen and Socialist Nick Salvatore’s book Eugene V. Debs Citizen and Socialist provides a very detailed account of the life and times and Eugene Debs. Debs was born in Terre Haute Indiana and Salvatore emphasizes the important role that this played in Debs upbringing. Terre Haute was ripe with religious fundamentalism from its founding. Religion permeated everyday life throughout Terre Haute. Salvatore writes that, “In newspaper editorials, political speeches, civic dedications and
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Eulogy of Oscar Romero
Oscar Romero was the archbishop in El Salvador in the 1970’s during the genocide of thousands of his people in El Salvador. He was appointed after one the former archbishop, on of his friends, was martyred. He was the uncensored voice of the people. He was devoted to the church and the hope that one day men would have peace. By helping the poor, Romero made a very risking move because he made himself an
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Eunice Oido
Odio dice que ЁEl poema no es un conjunto de ideas y palabras sino un orden substancial. Un poema es la acciуn del Verbo. De ahн que sea imposible analizarlo, aislar hasta el ъltimo de sus acordes. Siempre… , un acto generador, un poema (Vallbona 25). Y se puede ver eso entre su propia poesнa. Como en sus poemas de Los elementos terrestres, se puede sentir el acciуn del Verbo. No son solamente poemas sobre
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Europe Bike Trip
Here are all the specs on the bike; SURLY Cross x Check 52cm http://www.surlybikes.com/bikes.html Specs on the frame; SURLY Cross x Check 52cm http://www.surlybikes.com/crosscheck.html Accessories; Cateye Mitty 3 computer Planet Bike fenders racks; Rear: Jannd Expedition rack Front: Jannd Low rack Here are the specs on the Jannd racks; http://www.jandd.com/search_results.asp?txtsearchParamTxt=&txtsearchParamCat=3&txtsearchParamType=ALL&txtsearchParamMan=ALL&txtsearchParamVen=ALL&txtFromSearch=fromSearch&iLevel=2&subcat=13 Upgrades: NEW XT chain NEW Deore break pads XT rear derailleur Deore front derailleur Salsa stem Ritchy Pro Comp headset Cateye Mitty 3 computer Contiential
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Evelyn Glennie
Evelyn Glennie Evelyn Glennie is a true musician. There are a lot of people out there that want to do what she did, and what she’s still doing, but frankly not many people are willing to put that much effort and time into achieving what she has. Not to mention that almost everyone lacks the talent. Evelyn hopes that the audience will be stimulated by what she has to say (through the language of music)
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Ever Since I Can Remember....
Ever since I can remember, I was Alex P. Keaton. For those not as old as me, Alex was a character portrayed by a very young Michael J. Fox on a 80’s sitcom called "Family Ties". Fox portrays a young boy in his early teens with an unparalleled knowledge of government and business for his age. Not to mention the business suits and brief case. Essentially that was me. The budding business man from birth
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Evita Peron
Eva Peron Evita was similar to the A&E biography about Eva Peron in the way that they both were able to capture the common people of Argentina hearts and minds. They both were loved and adored by the people. And they were both very energetic and both were deeply involved their work. The differences were that in the musical, Eva was portrayed more a sympathetic and loving person who cared for the people’s well being.
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Exploring the Code of Hemingway’s Characters
Exploring the Code of Hemingway’s Characters Throughout all of Hemingway’s novels, many of his characters have characteristics and values in common with each other. This is shown through some of his short stories, but is more evident in his novels. The three novels that best show these striking similarities in character are The Sun Also Rises, A Farewell to Arms and The Old Man and the Sea. The persons who show these similar qualities
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F. Scott Fitzgerald
F. Scott Fitzgerald Francis Scott Fitzgerald's life is an example of both sides of the American Dream, the joys of young love, wealth and success, and the tragedies associated with success and failure. Named for another famous American, a distant cousin who authored the Star Spangled Banner, Fitzgerald was born in St. Paul Minnesota on September 24, 1896. The son of a wicker furniture salesman (Edward Fitzgerald) and an Irish immigrant with a lot of
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F. Scott Fitzgerald - a Biography
F. Scott Fitzgerald-A Biography Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald was born September 24, 1896, in St. Paul Minnesota, to Edward and Mary McQuillan Fitzgerald. Fitzgerald's mother was descended from Irish immigrants who had come to the United States during the years of famine in Ireland. His father came from Maryland and could trace his family back to the colonial period and to such famous ancestors as Francis Scott Key, who F. Scott was named after. Fitzgerald
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