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Japanese Propaganda Poster 07, Chapman University

Japanese Propaganda Poster 07

Japanese Propaganda Posters

Propaganda poster, in Chinese, produced by Japanese-sponsored governments in China during Sino-Japanese War (1937-1945). These governments were established by major Japanese military commands, and posters were used to promote cooperation between Chinese and Japanese. English translation is "All people desire the North/South unification." Chinese: 全民渴望南北統一. On the left and right flags, English translation is “North China” Chinese:華北; English translation is “Central China” Chinese: 華中. The Provisional Government of the Republic of China was founded in December 1937 by the Japanese North China Area Army (NCAA) and controlled the provinces in North China with its capital in Beijing. The Japanese Central …

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Japanese Propaganda Poster 15, Chapman University

Japanese Propaganda Poster 15

Japanese Propaganda Posters

Propaganda poster, in Chinese, produced by Japanese-sponsored governments in China during Sino-Japanese War (1937-1945). These governments were established by major Japanese military commands, and posters were used to promote cooperation between Chinese and Japanese. English translation is "Countrymen, let’s unite under the five-colored national flag!": 同胞們！在五色國旗之下團結吧!

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Japanese Propaganda Poster 01, Chapman University

Japanese Propaganda Poster 01

Japanese Propaganda Posters

Propaganda poster, in Chinese, produced by Japanese-sponsored governments in China during Sino-Japanese War (1937-1945). These governments were established by major Japanese military commands, and posters were used to promote cooperation between Chinese and Japanese. English translation is "Please see how kind and affable the Japanese Army is." Chinese: 請看日軍和靄可親的態度.

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The Ugly Poem, Rachel Pirttima Furman University

The Ugly Poem, Rachel Pirttima

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One Hell Of A View, Aidah Wani Furman University

One Hell Of A View, Aidah Wani

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Erotic Manga, Its Artists, And The Pressures Of Censorship, Dominique Andrée Lief Portland State University

Erotic Manga, Its Artists, And The Pressures Of Censorship, Dominique Andrée Lief

University Honors Theses

Erotic manga (エロマンガ), a genre of adult-oriented Japanese comics is subjected to censorship that may seem irrelevant or confusing to people outside of the industry. Why is erotic manga censored? How is erotic manga censored? How does censorship affect erotic manga artists? These questions are examined through use of English academic sources, Japanese academic sources and news articles, and interviews with professional erotic manga artists translated into English.

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The Power Of Polish: Exploring The Impact Of Nail Adornments On Perceptions Of Attraction, Sara DeMichele Bucknell University

The Power Of Polish: Exploring The Impact Of Nail Adornments On Perceptions Of Attraction, Sara Demichele

Honors Theses

Understanding the significance of nail adornments in shaping perceptions of attractiveness and mate value provides insights into human behavior and preferences. In the current investigation, participants rated human nail length and color on physical attractiveness and partner desirability measures. Results revealed significant effects of nail length and color across different demographic groups. Medium-length nails consistently received higher ratings for physical attractiveness, cuteness, and partner desirability compared to short and long nails. White-colored nails were generally rated most attractive, while blue and black nails received the lowest ratings. Additionally, participants reported a moderate association between having manicured nails and feelings of …

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Ornamental Letters In J.R.R. Tolkien's Manuscripts, Eduardo Boheme Kumamoto Independent scholar

Ornamental Letters In J.R.R. Tolkien's Manuscripts, Eduardo Boheme Kumamoto

Journal of Tolkien Research

The purpose of this article is to examine ornamental letters and decoration that in some way interacts with letterforms in J.R.R. Tolkien’s manuscripts. I explore Tolkien’s use of elements such as double strokes, color, dots, and flourishes to add prominence and beauty to the letterforms; where possible I also try to establish a relation between these ornaments and medieval manuscripts.

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The Changing City, Jörg Müller, Special Collections, Fleet Library Rhode Island School of Design

The Changing City, Jörg Müller, Special Collections, Fleet Library

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8 folded leaves in portfolio : all color illustrations ; 33 cm. First American edition. Oversize. Translation of Hier Fällt ein Haus, dort steht ein Kran und ewig droht der Baggerzahn oder Die Veränderung der Stadt. "Here, in eight, full-color, fold-out pictures ... Müller has created an accurate portrait of urban decay and change that is equally true of the city scene in the United States."--inside front cover. SUMMARY The sequence of eight illustrations, which are based on documents in Swiss and German municipal archives, shows how one section of a city changes at three-year intervals between 1953 and 1976. …

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Fashioning The Flapper: Clothing As A Catalyst For Social Change In 1920s America, Julia Wolffe Rollins College

Fashioning The Flapper: Clothing As A Catalyst For Social Change In 1920s America, Julia Wolffe

Honors Program Theses

Fashion has been a catalyst for social change throughout human history. Fashion in 1920s America in particular reflects society's rapidly evolving attitudes towards gender and race. Beginning with how corsetry heavily restricted women for nearly four hundred years up until the twentieth century, this thesis explores how clothing has acted as a tool for societal progression following World War I and Women's Suffrage and during the Jazz Age and The Harlem Renaissance. Specifically, this thesis examines how the influence of jazz music and dance that originated from Black American communities led to the creation of the flapper evening dress. The …

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Family Tree, Margaret J. DeMars 2026 HCA Florida Palms West Hospital

Family Tree, Margaret J. Demars

HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine

I currently work as an intensive care unit nurse and was asked to paint a mural in our break room. I decided to paint a “family tree” symbolizing unity among the departments. I wanted to create something that promoted peace and serenity. Once the tree was completed, the employees were encouraged to print photos of themselves, their pets, or their families to pin to the tree. This project brought everyone together and was a really fun and engaging activity among the nurses and staff. Now, we can take our breaks and admire something other than the same white walls we …

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Ornamental Letters In J.R.R. Tolkien's Manuscripts, Eduardo Boheme Kumamoto 2026 Independent scholar

Ornamental Letters In J.R.R. Tolkien's Manuscripts, Eduardo Boheme Kumamoto

Journal of Tolkien Research

The purpose of this article is to examine ornamental letters and decoration that in some way interacts with letterforms in J.R.R. Tolkien’s manuscripts. I explore Tolkien’s use of elements such as double strokes, color, dots, and flourishes to add prominence and beauty to the letterforms; where possible I also try to establish a relation between these ornaments and medieval manuscripts.

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Back Cover, 2026 Furman University

Back Cover

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This Morning On Inis Mor, Karissa Horn 2026 Furman University

This Morning On Inis Mor, Karissa Horn

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Tangerine, Daniel Chen 2026 Furman University

Tangerine, Daniel Chen

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Vitality, Hai Tran Nguyen 2026 Furman University

Vitality, Hai Tran Nguyen

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We Got In, Ethan Osborne 2026 Furman University

We Got In, Ethan Osborne

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Home On The Range, Melina George 2026 Furman University

Home On The Range, Melina George

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Whispers, Sam Ferrufino 2026 Furman University

Whispers, Sam Ferrufino

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Dear Grandad, Abigail Grayson 2026 Furman University

Dear Grandad, Abigail Grayson

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String Of Pearls, Caden Vandygrift 2026 Furman University

String Of Pearls, Caden Vandygrift

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Genesis Four, Olivia Bishop 2026 Furman University

Genesis Four, Olivia Bishop

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Still Gentle, Melina George 2026 Furman University

Still Gentle, Melina George

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Spirit In The Stars, Sophie Crook-Delgado 2026 Furman University

Spirit In The Stars, Sophie Crook-Delgado

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The Night We Broke Up I Played Solitaire, Ahna Zhen Eva Simmons 2026 Furman University

The Night We Broke Up I Played Solitaire, Ahna Zhen Eva Simmons

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Arachne, Alex Aradas 2026 Furman University

Arachne, Alex Aradas

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Eye Of The Tiger, Ella Alm 2026 Furman University

Eye Of The Tiger, Ella Alm

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Fairy In The Lake, Hai Tran Nguyen 2026 Furman University

Fairy In The Lake, Hai Tran Nguyen

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Stewing, Writhing, Bursting, Sarah Albouchi 2026 Furman University

Stewing, Writhing, Bursting, Sarah Albouchi

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My Baby, Abigail Grayson 2026 Furman University

My Baby, Abigail Grayson

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