"Richmond in the late 19th century was not the genteel peaceful community historians have made it. Virginia's capital was cosmopolitan, boisterous and... Læs mere
Tells the story of the first female cadets in the United States Air Force Academy, and their fight to make a... Læs mere
An overview of contemporary theatre which explores many of the most contentious questions concerning applied theatre, its devised methods, and the corresponding challenges presented to traditional definitions of theatre and related arts. This study attemp
A biography which reveals the all too brief career of film star Olive Borden (1906-1947). It shows how Borden's career declined after she severed... Læs mere
Presents letters and diary entries (and a few other documents) that tell the experiences of soldiers and civilians from the mountain counties of North Carolina during the Civil War.
Examines the ways in which the Vietnam War and its accompanying movements greatly altered traditional... Læs mere
Features biographies of 32 of the most notable figures in Latin American history. To the 23 individuals from the first edition are added nine new biographies of contemporary Latin American presidents, providing an updated view of the region's leadership.
This is a detailed history of The Love Council, a play by Oskar Panizza that caused a scandal when it was first performed in 1894, and led to his imprisonment for a... Læs mere
Demonstrates how Elvis Presley, through his films, reflected a shifting social, cultural, and political landscape in America. Encompassing 31 movies and two 1970s... Læs mere