Charts the evolution of black consciousness on predominately white American campuses during the critical period between the mid-1960s and... Læs mere
An insightful history of Italian immigrants' personal experience of language in America
An empowering application of critical social and ecological theory
Discusses the nature, allure, and danger of scientific curiosity.
It is said that Josh Gibson is the only man ever to have hit a fair ball out of Yankee Stadium. This work shows us Gibson's dark side, but also enhances his historical status even as it separates fact from fiction by examining the truth behind his legendary performances.
Profiles the bold innovators in landscape architecture who, around the turn of the twentieth century, ventured into the nation's heartland to develop a style of design... Læs mere
Collecting seventy-nine oral histories from former public housing residents and staff, this work is a testament to the fact that well-designed, well-managed low-rent housing has worked. It also demonstrates how it could be made to work again.
Presenting a survey, this title includes photographs and diagrams of the field artillery used by both sides in the Civil War.
In urban and rural high schools throughout Illinois, basketball is a Friday night ritual. This title brings together the... Læs mere
Offers a postmodern analysis of the Coen brothers' approach to filmmaking.