Explores the notion that the internet will soon obviate any need for traditional print-based academic libraries, and makes a case for the library's staying power in the face of technological advancements.
Increasing literacy rates and advanced printing technology gave rise to the pulp magazine in the late 19th century. This... Læs mere
Provides an analysis of the 1915 British landing at Suvla Bay, one of the most mismanaged and ineffective... Læs mere
Ancient Athens was unique in its politics, extraordinary in its religion and fanatic about its poetry. This book describes the parallel... Læs mere
Between 1915 and 1935 the University of Chicago produced a sociological research that resonated with... Læs mere
Mayling came to America at the age of 10. Here, she made numerous friends including classmate Emma DeLong Mills.... Læs mere
Features 28 interviews with some of the sharpest and talkative stars and movie... Læs mere
With a career spanning almost five decades, Orson Welles became one of entertainment's biggest names. Including... Læs mere
From John Adams to Albert Gore, Jr, this work provides biographies of the 45 vice presidents of... Læs mere
Providing an introduction to the history of operatic forms and transformation, this book presents a comprehensive discussion of... Læs mere
Describes the negotiations during the late Ford and early Carter administrations (1975-1979) and... Læs mere
Features 12 essays that explore many issues. They discuss Erskine Caldwell as humorist, social commentator, modernist, and revolutionary novelist. A bibliography includes not only books on Caldwell but also chapters and forewords, journal articles, essays, and obituaries.