In "a vital mix of literary criticism, personality profiles, and imaginary geography" (New Statesman and Society), Williams seeks out the mythical America of the nation's most astute chroniclers--the crime writers--to find Elmore Leonard's Miami, Sara Paretsky's Chicago, and Andrew Vachss' New York, among others.
Focusing on the everyday experiences of an American G.I., this narrative offers a unique perspective on military life, steering clear of political discussions and battlefield trauma. Instead, it showcases the humor and resilience of soldiers from A Company, 62nd Engineer Battalion, who find amusement even in challenging circumstances. Through personal recollections encouraged by family, the story highlights the ability of soldiers to adapt and find joy amidst adversity, presenting a lighter side of war.
Exploring the dynamics of a large family, this collection captures the essence of life among 43 members, including cousins, aunts, and uncles. Through a tapestry of shared memories and experiences, it offers a heartfelt glimpse into the joys, challenges, and unique moments that shape family bonds over the years.
with some account of the rise and progress of the current reformation
Focusing on the experiences of Elder John Smith, this book provides an insightful account of his life and contributions to the current reformation movement. It details the rise and evolution of this religious movement, highlighting key events and figures involved. The 1879 edition has been meticulously reprinted to preserve its original quality, offering readers a historical perspective on the reformation's impact and significance.
Exploring the evolution of America from its colonial roots to its status as a global superpower, this comprehensive work delves into the multifaceted aspects of American history. It offers a thorough examination of key events, figures, and themes that have shaped the nation, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the forces that have influenced the United States over time.
Weimar Culture Revisited is the first book to offer an accessible cross-section of new cultural history approaches to the Weimar Republic. This collection uses an interdisciplinary approach and focuses on the everyday workings of Weimar culture to explain the impact and meaning of culture for German's everyday lives during this fateful era.
In the nearly nineteen years since the Wall's destruction, Germans have faced significant challenges in reunification, uniting two countries with a shared language but opposing political and economic systems. Contrary to the hopeful outlook of 1989/1990, reunification has intensified many of Germany's issues within the global context. As the former epicenter of the Cold War and now Germany's capital, Berlin has had to urgently address the complexities of this process. This work compiles insights from six scholars who convened at Bradley University's annual Berlin seminar in June 2006 to explore the city's recent past and future. Two main themes emerged: society and historical memory. The first section evaluates how Berliners have worked to reunify the city through urban planning and various social, economic, and cultural policies, also addressing contemporary issues like immigration and cultural diversity. The second part delves into how historical memory has been shaped and contested in German culture, both during the division and since reunification. This exploration reveals a metropolis marked by its tumultuous history but resilient in its journey forward.
Most of the people in the world are not white. The enslavement of non-whites by non-whites cannot be compared with European history. The first steps toward slavery in the wester hemisphere occurred in Europe, where whites who lost battles, owned nothing, were in debt or had no work that brought them a living wage, almost automatically were enslaved and many were sent to the Americas. These white slaves obviously were not the same as the colonists who sought freedom from religious persecution.
Rediscover the sensational 1967 literary thriller that captures the bitter struggles of postwar Black intellectuals and artists, with a foreword by Ishmael Reed and a new introduction by Merve Emre about how this explosive novel laid bare America’s racial fault lines.