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10406 Birth of the Modern World: 1400-1700. The period in history ranging roughly from the years 1400 to 1700 saw great changes around the world, but particularly in Europe, where the Reformation, the Age of Enlightenment, the Renaissance, and even the Great Plague took place. In this paper, we will briefly examine the period and evaluate historians' claims that it was indeed the birth of the modern world. 4 pgs. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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10615 The Individual Scorned: Modes of Thought in the European Enlightenment. This paper critically assess the principles found in the Age of Enlightenment and in other forms of philosophy and social reason that arose within Europe during the 17th and the 18th Centuries. Types of thought that manifested during this period were socialism, utilitarianism, and other modes of thinking that relied on a study of human behavior, social anthropology, and natural laws. This paper places an emphasis on the belief manifest during the European Enlightenment that the "individual" was not truly unique and therefore was a comparatively insignificant aspect of society. 8 pgs. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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10635 The Structures Of Premodern World-System. This undergraduate paper tries to explore structures of the premodern societies and analyses the structures of such a world system. 8 pgs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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3209 The Search For Meaning. This paper discusses that it is evident from close examination and comparison of the Renaissance era with our own, that the basic differences between the two periods are fundamental. Similarities are present, as is only natural when considering that our modern world evolved from the Renaissance world, but the primary causes that led to the Renaissance are not present at this time, and circumstances are very different in nearly every major field of human experience. 6 pgs. 6 f/c. 4b.
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3528 Leisure: A Discussion of its Manifestations and Social Functions in the Past, Present and Future. This essay will explore the role of leisure (including both recreation and tourism) in present-day society from a comparative, interdisciplinary perspective. It will be argued that to understand how women and men in the Western world today understand and enjoy leisure, we must first grasp the historical origins of the concept. This understanding will allow us to better appreciate how the benefits and constraints that define contemporary leisure activities have come into being. 9 pgs. 18 f/c. 8b.
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3556 Mourning Costume in the 19th Century. This paper discusses the costume of mourners in the 19th century, concentrating on America and western Europe. It emphasizes the influence of Queen Victoria's 40-year mourning period for Prince Albert, and goes into the social psychology of the veil, as well as the color black. The paper concentrates on women's mourning garb, but also mentions the fact that men's mourning clothing was not that different from their usual formal attire. 5 pgs. 6 f/c. 5b.
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3557 What is Leisure? What is Leisure?" The etymology of the word 'leisure' and historical concepts of leisure are outlined. A basic definition of leisure in the contemporary North American context is presented. The role of work, and leisure as a 'response' to industrialized and hierarchical social relations are examined. Socio-economic differences in leisure activity and access within North American are highlighted and policies to enhance access to leisure services and opportunities are identified. 10 pgs. 5 f/c. 3b.
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