Astronaut Sally Ride -- First American Woman In Space
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A 5 page overview of the life & contributions of astronaut Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. Ride's work in the field, space missions and scientific research are discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Sallyrid.wps

Audrey Hepburn and the Mass Media;
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This 5 page paper examines the way in which Audrey Hepburn influenced the mass media as an actress, a fashion icon and an ambassador for UNICEF. The writers explains this influence, how it was gained and used, eventually becoming a symbiotic relationship with the media for the benefit of charity. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEaudhep.wps

August Wilson
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An 8 page paper which examines the life and work of August Wilson. Much of Wilson's work seems to mirror much of his life, and his journey to accepting himself, and perhaps his father, who abandoned the family when Wilson was young. The argument is presented that, as most writers write from personal experience, to one degree or another, Wilson's works essentially reflect much of his own life and his own discoveries and struggles. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAaugwils.wps

Augustin-Louis Cauchy
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This 46 page paper looks at the French nineteenth century mathematician Augustin-Louis Cauchy. The paper begins with an examination of the development of calculus up until the time of Cauchy and then looks at the mathematicians background and how it may have impacted on his work. The majority of the paper looks at his work, with numerous mathematical equations and examples. The paper includes consideration on how he created rigor in calculus, and many of his theories, including work on Fermat’s theories and many other theories of his own. The bibliography cites 20 sources.
Filename: TEcauchy.rtf

Augusto Pinochet
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A 4 page paper which examines the end of the life and the influence of the dictator of Chile, Augusto Pinochet. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RApnch.rtf

Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin
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A 7 page essay that discusses the central role that Franklin’s list of virtues plays in his autobiography. While Franklin’s account demonstrates that he largely succeeded in his goal to live by these virtues, his references to others, specifically Samuel Keimer, John Collins, and Hugh Meredith, provide contrast to Franklin’s own behavior, as they provide an antithesis for the virtues in Franklin’s list. Examination of Franklin’s autobiography indicates how he uses this contrast to paint a strong portrait of himself as his text’s protagonist. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khbenab2.rtf

Babe Ruth
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A 10 page paper. Babe Ruth is a household name and a national hero even today, more than fifty years after his death. This paper provides information about Babe's early life and provides an overview of Babe Ruth's amazing achievements on the field. His records and his flamboyance are used as benchmarks in all sports. The writer also discusses the impact Babe Ruth had on baseball and on the American society. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PGbabe.wps

Ben Carson/Gifted Hands
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A 6 page research paper that explores the life and career Dr. Ben Carson (author of Gifted Hands). The writer relates how Carson overcame his background to become one of the country's most preeminent African Americans as the director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University Hospital. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khbencar.rtf

Ben Carson: THINK BIG
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This 3 page paper gives a brief biography of the neurosurgeon Ben Carson, and lists some of his accomplishments. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVBCarsn.rtf

Benjamin Franklin and Electricity
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A 5 page overview of Benjamin Franklin and his discovery of electricity. The paper also examines his political role in the nation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAbenlgh.rtf