Cultural Studies Essay Examples and Topics
The Significance of the Handshake in Different Cultures
This essay looks at the history and different meanings of the handshake gesture. It discusses how the significance of the handshake differs from culture to culture, and how the type of handshake used also varies depending on the situation.
MoreThe Demoralization of Western Culture: The Impact of Modern Living
This essay looks at the concept of culture and subculture, and how the decline in morality has affected various aspects of Western Culture. It discusses the impact of modern living on culture, and compares and contrasts the United States and India as two very different societies. Finally, it reaches some conclusions about the morale of Western Culture and its future prospects.
MoreThe Impact of Culture on Early Civilizations: The Need for Revisionist History
This essay discusses the impact of culture on early civilizations. It looks at how culture shaped the political and social structures of early civilizations, as well as how it influenced their art and science. The essay also discusses the need for revisionist history in light of these findings.
MoreDifferent Representations of Britishness in Media Texts
This essay looks at the different ways Britishness is represented in three different media texts: the movie Hot Fuzz, the drama The Office, and the Best Of British Magazine. It discusses how Britishness is represented in each text and what conclusions can be drawn about Britishness from the analysis.
MoreCulture Shock: The Different Stages and How to Overcome Them
This essay discusses culture shock, its causes, and how to overcome it. Culture shock is a feeling of disorientation that people feel when they are in a new culture or country. It is caused by the sudden change in lifestyle and the unfamiliarity of the new environment. Culture shock can be very stressful and difficult to deal with, but there are ways to overcome it.
MoreThe Use of Folktales, Songs, and Proverbs in Igbo Culture
This essay discusses the role that proverbs, folktales, and songs play in Igbo culture. It explains how these oral traditions are used to teach young people about the values and traditions of the Igbo people as well as entertain them.
MoreThe Stereotypes of Italians in the Media
This essay discusses the popular stereotypes about Italians that are often seen in the media. It explains how these stereotypes are often inaccurate and unfair.
MoreCultural Prostitution in Okinawa and Hawaii
This essay discusses how both Okinawa and Hawaii have been subjected to American expansion, and how this has led to cultural prostitution in Okinawa. It argues that while Okinawa has been used by Japan for its own political gain, Hawaii has largely been able to preserve its culture.
MoreThe Relationship Between Perceived Cultural Importance and Actual Self-Importance of Values
The present study investigated the relationship between perceived cultural importance of values and actual self-importance of values. The results showed that the two were positively related and that this relationship was mediated by three factors: tapestry membership, holiness/beauty, and contribution/state. These results suggest that people who perceive a value to be important to their culture are more likely to also consider it important for themselves if they feel they belong to a tapestry group with shared values, if they consider the value to be holy or beautiful, or if they think the value contributes to or is necessary for the functioning of their state or regional society.
MoreKung Fu in America: A Cultural Influence
This essay looks at how the Chinese martial arts culture of Kung Fu has been adopted in Western countries, notably America. It explores how Kung Fu has been incorporated into American popular culture through film and television, and discusses the implications of this cultural influence.
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