A comprehensive encyclopedia of the grounds, yards and stadiums used for organized... Læs mere
Taking an in-depth look at Radio Free Europe's Crusade for Freedom, this book reveals how its unmatched... Læs mere
At the turn of the 20th century, Scott Joplin struggled on the margins of society to play a pivotal role in the creation of ragtime music. His brief life and tragic... Læs mere
On November 11, 1862, Brigadier General Thomas Lanier Clingman, despite a lack of formal military training, was named commander of four regiments sent to... Læs mere
As the oldest sport that mankind has participated in, sprinting benefits from a wealth of scientific and experiential information. This book... Læs mere
This historical study explores the structure, myths and intertextual narratives found in the gangster films produced since The Godfather's release in 1967. The intense relationship between masculinity and ethnicity in the gangster film, especially within
Examines the Second Amendment, looking at its earliest drafts and its placement within the Bill of Rights, the state constitutional ratifying conventions, and judicial interpretations of the amendment through the landmark decision in 2008's District of Columbia v Heller.
Examines presidential theater-going as it reflects shifting popular tastes in America. This book offers a chronology of theater attendance throughout the lives of 43 American presidents.
Intends to profile half dozen pioneer flyers who were all promising graduates of the Wright Brothers' School of Aviation,... Læs mere
During World War II, the United States military and colleges joined forces, fielding competitive... Læs mere