Covering the years 1945–2017, this alphabetical listing provides details about 3,000 unaired television series pilots, including those that never went into production, and those that became series but
Africa faces several major development challenges that have adversely affected the political and material well being of the majority of the continent’s citizens. This collection of new essays rigor
? Renowned composer Jennifer Higdon is best known for her symphonic pieces blue cathedral, Concerto for Orchestra, City Scape, Concerto 4-3 and Violin Concerto (2010 Pulitzer Prize). These compositi
“What audacity!” exclaimed Robert Wagner when he heard about the authors’ adolescent exploits in nabbing interviews with celebrities of Hollywood’s Golden Age. In 1978, David Fantle and Tom Johnson,
One dimensional television characters are a thing of the past—today's popular shows feature intricate storylines and well developed characters. From the brooding Damon Salvatore in The Vampire Diaries
In sharp contrast to many 1960s science fiction films, which presented an idealized view of space exploration, Ridley Scott’s Alien (1979) terrified audiences, depicting a harrowing and ultimately doo
Across generations and genres, comics have imagined different views of the future, from unattainable utopias to worrisome dystopias. These presaging narratives can be read as reflections of their auth
Introduced in the Pacific Northwest in 1883, professional wrestling’s long and storied history in the region has contributed significantly to its culture. This entertaining account of the wrestling in
Young adult literature featuring teenage lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning characters is growing in popularity. Unlike the “problem novels” of the past, which focused on the guilt, b
"The USFL folded after four years yet represented the last major challenge to the NFL, National Basketball Association, National Hockey League and Major League Baseball. Based upon extensive research
"Drawing on firsthand accounts and contemporary sources, this book traces the history of the viral infection, yellow fever, that has claimed countless victims across the United States, Central America
Created around the world and available only on the web, internet "television" series are independently produced, mostly low budget shows that often feature talented but unknown performers. Typically f
This second comprehensive chronology of international terrorist attacks covers three eventful years during which the Islamic State supplanted al-Qaeda as the most active, well-financed and well-armed
Television has historically been largely ineffective at representing queerness in its various forms. In the 21st century, however, as same-sex couples have seen increasing mainstream acceptance, and a
"As female producers and directors virtually disappeared for decades, a number of female film editors remained, rising to the top of their profession, several critical to revolutionizing filmmaking in
From its beginnings during the Great Depression, the North Carolina Symphony has touched the lives of countless Tar Heels. One of the state’s premier cultural organizations and the oldest continuously
The 15th in a series drawn from scholarship presented at the annual Comparative Drama Conference at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, this collection provides insights into texts and practices
Over fourteen seasons, the television series Supernatural has developed a devoted following of both fans and scholars. The show has addressed some big issues, including perhaps the biggest—death. This
While many American superheroes have multiple powers and complex gadgets, the Flash is simply fast. This simplicity makes his character easily comprehendible for all audiences, whether they are avid c
Who was most responsible for the Vietnam War? Did President Lyndon Johnson simply continue the policies of his predecessors, Eisenhower and Kennedy, or was he the principal architect? What responsibil
This collection of 23 new essays focuses on the lives of female screenwriters of Golden Age Hollywood, whose work helped create unforgettable stories and characters beloved by generations of audiences
The advent of mass railroad travel in the 1800s saw the extension of a system of global transport that developed various national styles of construction, operation, administration, and passenger exper
Lincoln’s letters have been cited in countless biographical and critical works yet have received little scholarly attention as a whole. This comprehensive study reveals his letters as fundamental to u
Raqs sharqi, the Egyptian dance form also known as belly dance, has for generations captured imaginations around the globe. Yet its origins have been obscured by misinformation and conjecture, rooted
In 1893, Indianapolis carriage maker Charles Black created a rudimentary car—perhaps the first designed and built in America. Within 15 years, Indianapolis was a major automobile industry center rival
Paper dolls might seem the height of simplicity—quaint but simple toys, nothing more. But through the centuries paper figures have reflected religious and political beliefs, notions of womanhood, moth
Under the guidance of Leslie Heaphy and an editorial board of leading historians, the peer-reviewed journal offers new, authoritative research on all subjects related to black baseball, including the
Diverging from those who dismiss poststructuralism or textuality as outdated and irrelevant reminders of the 1960s, Adamczewski does not call for a return to these notions, just an acknowledgment o
Focusing on the perspective of positive youth development, the 13 essays in this volume consider youth popular culture as an asset. Academics, professionals, and community organizers working in the US
"This book tells the story of a ring legend whose endurance was second to none and whose trilogy with Joe Gans is one of the great rivalries in sports history"--
"Examining the most controversial ballots, this book attempts to settle some arguments and answer some compelling questions: Which of the so-called "worst MVPs" holds up to modern statistical analysis
Based on an exhaustive search of various sources, this book provides a comprehensive roster of all known Confederate soldiers, sailors and marines from Rockbridge County, Virginia, or those who served
A story that follows a simple trajectory is seldom worth telling. But the unexpected overturning of narrative progress creates complexity and interest, directing the reader's attention to the most pow
Rollyson provides a memoir of his career as a professional biographer. He describes how he became interested in his subjects, created book proposals for publishers, conducted interviews and archival r
Under the guidance of Leslie Heaphy and an editorial board of leading historians, the peer-reviewed journal offers new, authoritative research on all subjects related to black baseball, including the
The 1908 Olympic Games were controversial. There was almost constant bickering among the American team and the British officials. Because of the controversies, the 1908 Olympics have been termed "The
[[Shakespeare Scholars Speak] interviews twenty-four of today’s most prominent Shakespeare scholars about the books that have influenced their ideas, been the most useful in their work, and are just p
Hampered by lack of materials, shipyards and experienced shipbuilders, the South nevertheless managed to construct 34 iron-armored warships during the Civil War, of which the Confederate Navy put 25 i
? This now revised and updated encyclopedia comprehensively covers abortion from the founding of the nation through 2007. Since the publication of the first edition, the Supreme Court has issued a n
[Readers searching for an authentic American success story will appreciate this biography about Leo F. Houck, a premier middleweight boxer of the early 1900s, Penn State boxing coach, and devoted fami
