The years 1886 to 1939 were a time of cataclysmic cultural and technological transformation and spawned the... Læs mere
Drawing upon historical, archaeological, and mythical examples from around the world, this book reveals how... Læs mere
This memoir chronicles Norzom Lala’s experiences navigating tragedies, culture shocks and her own relationship with nature, all while honoring the traditions and legacy of the Tibetan nomad.
The first book-length biography of Charlotte Cushman, one of the great actors of 19th century American theatre, covering both her personal and... Læs mere
Details activists’ efforts to ensure basic rights through fostering widespread civic engagement. Chapters demonstrate how... Læs mere
In 1953, seven universities seceded from the NCAA’s Southern Conference to form the Atlantic Coast Conference. This... Læs mere
Covering a wide range of events from the inauspicious opening of Oedipus Rex in Athens, to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln in... Læs mere
The second volume in a multi-part series, this book details British fortifications used from the Tudor period beginning in 1485 through the end of... Læs mere
Tells the remarkable untold story of ‘the little play that could’. Covering the The Belle of Amherst’s... Læs mere
This work demonstrates that not everything that Disney touched turned to gold. By exploring the studio’s missteps, this book provides a more complex portrayal of the history of the company than one would gain from a simple recounting of its many hits.