Tim Cassedy’s fascinating study examines the role that language played at the turn of the nineteenth century as a marker of one’s identity. During this time of revolution (U.S., French, and Haitian) a
Alphabetic letters are ubiquitous, multivalent, and largely ignored. Playful Letters reveals their important cultural contributions through Alphabetics—a new interpretive model for understanding artis
He won't let me date anyone because he's the biggest cockblock in the world.He still calls me his wife even though I don't remember our wedding day. He said he'll never give up on me. Not now. Not eve
I can't believe this is real. I've lost years of my life, years of memories.He tells me we've been happily married for years, but I despise him so much that I can't believe that.How did he get me to f
In the nineteenth century, new image-making methods like steel engraving and lithography caused a surge in the publication of illustrated books in the United States. Yet even before the widespread use
In the last two decades, digital technologies have made it possible for anyone with a computer and an Internet connection to rapidly and inexpensively self-publish a book. Once a stigmatized niche act
Does literature need the book? With electronic texts and reading devices growing increasingly popular, the codex is no longer the default format of fiction. Yet as Alexander Starre shows inMetamedia,
Empty glass; full glass. Happy baby; sad baby. The world is full of opposites for kids to discover, from colors (black/white) and sizes (big/little) to sounds (loud/quiet) and speed (fast/slow). Color
What first words should a baby learn? Words about themselves, family, fun things (like toys!), and home, sweet home! Enhance their vocabulary with words for food and clothes; bedtime and bath; animals
Moo, bleat, HONK! Meet the animals down on the farm, find out what sounds they make, and discover the names of things associated with each creature. Colorful photos and simple questions encourage lear
A first words book which introduces amazing everyday machines from around the world. Features questions around the sides of the pages to encourage conversation between parent and child.
Featuring 108 luminous images, Memphis Impressions is a lovely tribute to an eclectic and elegant Southern city. Schatz's photographs convey Memphis's rich musical history, from Beale Street to famous
A longtime resident of Missoula, Kenter presents 92 unique photographs of the mountain city and its five dramatic valleys. The images convey the region’s brilliant landscapes and cityscapes, large and
