The Colonial Heritage of French Comics
- 270 páginas
- 10 horas de lectura
An innovative study marrying postcolonial criticism and graphic art to read the colonial heritage of France through its comics.
Culturas francesas y francófonas contemporáneas Serie
Esta serie se adentra en el fascinante mundo de las culturas francesas y francófonas contemporáneas. Explora diversos temas, desde la política y la sociedad hasta el arte y la literatura. Ofrece a los lectores una profunda perspectiva sobre lo que moldea estas culturas dinámicas hoy en día. Es una lectura ideal para cualquiera interesado en el panorama actual de estas regiones.
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Georges Brassens and Jacques Brel
Personal and Social Narratives in Post-War Chanson
- 240 páginas
- 9 horas de lectura
The 1950s and 1960s marked a golden era for French popular music, particularly through the works of Georges Brassens and Jacques Brel. Their influence extended globally, inspiring renowned figures like David Bowie and Gabriel Garcia Marquez. This period, characterized by the rich tradition of "chanson française," showcases the profound impact these artists had on music and culture, solidifying their legacy in the hearts of fans and fellow creators alike.
For more than fifty years, Assia Djebar, former Silver Chair of French at New York University and winner of the Neustadt Prize for Contribution to World Literature, used the tools of poetry, fiction, drama and film to vividly portray the world of Muslim women in all its complexity.
The Noir Atlantic
- 216 páginas
- 8 horas de lectura
The Noir Atlantic follows the influence of African American author Chester Himes on francophone African crime fiction.