Essays on Society And Culture

Throughout the history, there were created many films that involved the elements of sex and sexuality. One of such films is Paul Thomas Anderson’s 1997 movie, Boogie Nights which describes the pornography business in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. In this industry viewers have a chance to meet a lot of characters which are passing through different problems. The protagonist of the story is a handsome seventeen year-old nightclub dishwasher, Eddie Adams, who was introduced to the pornography industry. One night pornographer Jack Horner noticed Eddie and turned him into a porn star Dirk Diggler. ...

For the purpose of comprehending the influence of society and culture on the individual and the community in general, two Indian individuals were interviewed on the internet. This was a great opportunity to delve deep into the societal system and interpersonal dynamics working in the Indian milieu. While both these respondents were chosen from the Hindu community (where caste discrimination and other social issues prevail), one of them was a Brahmin, the highest rung of the Hindu society, with the other one being a Dalit or a backward class individual. Now, of late, the issues encompassing Dalit community in ...

The major events of the U.S. civil rights movement from 1948 to 1970 caused a profound change in the American society and culture by challenging the White superiority myth. The success of desegregation in particular professional areas demonstrated that Blacks could also perform traditionally white activities, and even perform them better. Furthermore, the desegregation of the first schools challenged the myth of the intellectual superiority of Whites. African American students could demonstrate that they could keep up with Whites, and they could soon flourish in the public arena, to the extent that they were allowed to do so. Finally, ...

Introduction

The main mission of the ethnographer outlined in this paper was to carry out an investigation of the traditional Han society and culture (Jarvenpa, 1998). The ethnographer investigated how the Han lived in the early days, including if they still hunted for food or fished, how the Indians and members of the white community interacted, the communities’ hopes and fears, and how they saw their future. In this regard, the ethnographer investigated the traditional Han society and culture through cultural immersion and participants’ observation of the members of the community.

Methods

Methods: The ethnographer used two methods of collecting information. ...

It needs to be reckoned that literature goes on to mirror the society and the culture. Innumerable examples can be cited where the authors have delved into the socio-cultural or socio-economic factors of the world around in their texts through their creative eyes. Now, after the Second World War, the literature of the world saw the responses of the creative artist catering to the needs of the post-war era that encompassed human existence with all its surmounting effect. One can take into consideration the works of the stalwart poet, T.S. Eliot, who engaged in exploring the socio-political dynamics during ...

Feminism can arguably be considered as one of the fastest growing ideologies in the past decades or even centuries. In an entry published by Richards & Baumgardner at Feminist.com (2016), they said that “in the most basic sense, feminism is exactly what the dictionary says it is: the movement for social political, and economic equality of men and women” and means that “women have the right to enough information to make informed choices about their lives” and their dependents’ lives just like men . What it essentially calls for is equality between the two genders. One important note to remember about ...

There are different discussions concerning city studies. This paper looks into some of the debates on the whole structure of cities; social, economic as well as political organization. It uses four different sources to review city life.

In part two of the book, City Reader, LeGates, Richard T, and Frederic Stout talk about “Urban Culture and Society.” Cities comprise of a sequence of institutions. They include; the economic market segment, the government fort as well as the community. The community or society is considered as the most authentically communicative form of the city population, the city’s local culture ...

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Many of the articles written about the topic were usually fashion on the impact of media to society and culture . Had there been any articles written on how the two institutions affect media, much of this were limited to a short analysis of a particular event that shaped media largely as a result of change and dynamic interaction between the three variables . However, society and culture just like any other force in the environment has a significant effect on media and how it is presented. This paper will identify and analyze the impact of these institutions—society and culture on media. ...

It’s about living in the now. It’s about not taking life too seriously. It’s about going out with a bang. This is pop art and it exploded through classical and traditional art. Pop art is modern, ironic and colorful with a twist of reality. While looking at pop art, instant gratification burst and it caused a release of endorphins. It’s fun, sassy, and bright. It is art with an attitude. Pop artists created their works using vivid images of everyday modern life. It was art that society could easily relate. The pop culture was able to penetrate to ...

(Insert Institute) The Roman Empire came into power after a series of territorial acquisitions that ran across the Mediterranean Sea from Europe to the Asian continent. Upon its emergence as an empire, Rome stabilized itself under a number of emperors and was until the rise of Christianity considered among the most powerful forces with which to reckon. The Roman Empire has also been considered to have had major influence on the functioning of the modern world, a feat accomplished through its governance of Europe and in turn, its environs. From religion to governance, Rome’s ideologies were found to manipulate the ...

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Both socialization and enculturation can be distinguished. Mead suggests that, for socialization, there are some requirements and exactions that are bestowed on the people by their societies. Fabrega also says that socialization is the symbolic system of people, (1977). On the other hand, enculturation refers to the process whereby people learn a culture into its finest details; all the uniqueness of the culture and its particulars (Merten, 1999). This paper will go further into detail to give the processes of socialization and enculturation, their differences. In addition to that, we shall see why they are both needed for a person to ...

Technology has been advancing in a way that the society could not readily control (Hochschild et al 1). There are many critics about how the technology could really influence the society and the future. With the changes in the society and culture, advancement in the technology is a very important power that could greatly affect in the future. The objective of this essay is to discuss the three important concepts which are technological determinism, technological optimism and technological pessimism. The essay also aims to analyze its examples as well as the responsibility of engineers. Technological determinism is a concept and a theory ...

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The person I have chosen to discuss in this essay is Napoleon Bonaparte as it is not possible to discuss French society and culture without mentioning his name. If one wants to study French Culture then it is exceedingly important to acquire knowledge regarding Napoleon Bonaparte and his role in the French Revolution that changed France forever. It would not be incorrect to state that a few people have been successful in dominating an era as scrupulously as Napoleon Bonaparte governed his. His personality can be compared with that of Adolph Hitler. He was an ...

Introduction

Centuries after independence and adoption of civil rights in the United States, racial prejudice has yet to disappear completely. In spite of the numerous efforts put towards elimination of racial mindsets where majority of the white population treats Black Americans and other people of color with prejudice, cases of racial prejudice are still extant in the society. Subtle as it may be, racial prejudice leads to far reaching psychosocial, socioeconomic and even physical consequences. Modern racism is experience in various spheres of life, including legal and employment decisions, group problem-solving and normal day to day interactions in which ethnic ...

Report: Sudan

Introduction This report covers the Republic of Sudan (usually referred to simply as “Sudan”), a country in the north east of Africa which is not only the largest African country, but is also – by area – the tenth biggest country worldwide (“About Sudan”, 2011). The report provides information about its history, its geography, its culture and society, and its economic status. The government and national security institutions of Sudan are also included.

According to “Sudan: A Historical Perspective”, (2011), the country was ruled by Muhammad Ahmad (the “Mahdi”) from 1884. Khartoum was still held by the British, until a relief force ...

Book Review - A Shopkeeper's Millennium: Society and Revivals in Rochester, New York, 1815-1837

In A Shopkeeper's Millennium: Society and Revivals in Rochester, New York, 1815-1837, Paul E. Johnson explores the Rochester revival of 1830 and 1831, noting the social institution of religion as it played into society and culture in 19th century American, particularly in western New York State. The height of the Second Great Awakening and the Great Revival of 1831 are explored in depth, as Johnson creates vivid connections between the industrial capitalistic endeavors that were cropping up that that time and the rise of religion and the revival as an institution. Johnson's thesis in the work is that the ...

Overview of contraceptive use in America

Close to 60 million women in America are estimated to be at the appropriate age of childbearing. Majority of this group are sexually active but always in fear of becoming pregnant. In order to fulfill their desires, there must be use of contraceptives. Women are the majority consumers of contraceptives with close to 99% of women at reproductive age. It is estimated that 62% out of the 60 million women population between the ages of 15 and 44 (reproductive age) use contraceptives as a birth control method. It is also estimated that a third of the women population are not using ...

The concepts of diversity and inclusion in the context of U.S. society and culture, as well as in the context of a global society In the context of U.S. society and culture, the concept of diversity and inclusion is generally used in relation to the country’s ethnic and racial diversity. American society is diverse in that, it has all sorts of individuals with different ethnic or racial classifications, color, religions, sexual orientations, physical abilities, national origin, age, gender, socioeconomic status, among others. The global society is equally diverse with all these differences among individuals. Inclusion emphasizes on the ...

Introduction

To answer the abovementioned question comprehensively, it is appropriate to understand the cold war and the American culture. After which, one can relate them. The Cold War was a time of pressure and antagonism between the United States of America and the Soviet Union from the mid-40s to the late 80s. It began with the conclusion of the Second World War. It was called the Cold War because there was no active war between the two nations, which was probably due to the fright of nuclear increase. There were numerous oblique conflicts for example the Vietnam and Korea wars. ...

Childhood Education

Education is an essential requirement for every individual in the society whether young or old. It is a tool used to bring about change in an individual and also their surrounding environment. Early childhood education is provided to babies and toddlers by their parents or even trained personnel during the early developmental stages. It is an exceptionally essential need that every one at that stage requires because it allows them express their potentials in the learning activities including discovering of their talents as they develop. This early education enable the children get prepared to interact with their surrounding environment and ...