Although a major star in the 1910s, Theda Bara - known as ‘The Vamp’ - was largely neglected until the 1990s, when her fame began to resurface. This book is a... Læs mere
Offers strategies, tips, and guidance on how to promote equitable student growth across content areas. The essays in this book complement the work of school board members, administrators and community stakeholders in school districts with diverse student populations.
Taking a postmodern critical approach, this collection of new essays explores The CW Network’s popular television drama The Vampire Diaries, taking in the complete original series (2009-2017), its spinoffs, source novels and fan fiction.
Once described as ‘the best crime writer you’ve never heard of’, James Sallis is a vastly underexplored figure in contemporary American literature. This... Læs mere
Tells the story of volunteer advocates who helped a group of Vietnamese refugees on their journey to freedom. Highlighting the courage of... Læs mere
Chronicles the Babe Ruth and Judge Emil Fuchs partnership during a perplexing 1935 season with the 38-115 Braves - truly one of the worst baseball teams in history - along with Ruth’s final games, back in the city where he debuted.
Documents the growth of female amateur wrestling in America, and the difficulties and victories it has faced, from facing removal from the 2013 Olympic Games, to missing the 2020 Games altogether due to COVID-19.
Over a memorable eight-season run (1956-1964), Ara Parseghian transformed the Northwestern University football program from a cellar-dweller in the... Læs mere
From generals to privates, Palmetto State soldiers were hurled into the Civil War's most famous battle - hundreds were killed, wounded or later suffered as... Læs mere
Since its debut in 1993, Magic the Gathering has grown to be an influential collectible card game. These essays focus on Magic... Læs mere
Investigates the topic of fatherhood as it is represented in children’s animated television shows. Main themes that emerge include absent... Læs mere
Details a wide-ranging selection of some of the most sensationally successful theatre productions of the long Victorian era. Ranging from... Læs mere