Ruskin’s Struggle for Coherence
The ten essays collected here address the coherence in Ruskin’s multi-disciplinary works. Using interdisciplinary approaches, they explore the “polygon” of his thought and what he called “The Mystery of Life and Its Arts.”
“Clearing the Ground”
Was the Field Day Theatre Company the “cultural wing” of Sinn Fein and the IRA, or a new critical voice challenging traditional representations? This study critiques the successes and failures of a company that discussed identity, memory, and history in new ways.
From Self to Shelf
From Self to Shelf is a rich exploration of the interplay between biographical and aesthetic selves, from the Romantic poets to leading contemporaries. This absorbing volume is as engaging and thought-provoking as the masterpieces it illuminates.
What represents Melanesian art today? Who are the artists? Art and Life in Melanesia is a timely exploration of Melanesian artists and their voices, taking stock of what is happening in the region’s art through themes like Kastom, Christianity, and Globalisation.
This collection of papers examines circus history, life, the relationship of circus to society, and its impact on the arts. “This fascinating collection showcases the cultural depth of the circus in historical and contemporary settings.” —Janet M. Davis
Visualizing Rituals
The essays in this compilation examine the dynamic relationship between art and ritual. Drawing from art historical and theoretical discourses, these papers seek new ways of defining both, with topics ranging from Ancient Greek temples to the art of Kahinde Wiley.
These critical essays explore the representation of sex, gender, and sexual orientation from the early days of cinema to the twenty-first century, investigating the complex relations between film style, sexual politics, and their social ramifications.
From Camera Lens To Critical Lens
This collection of essays represents the very best on film adaptation. Diverse international voices explore directors like Hitchcock, writers like Virginia Woolf, and international films from China, Japan, and France. Accessible, engaging, and informative for any reader.
The First International Conference on Consciousness, Theatre, Literature, and the Arts brought together 80 delegates from fourteen countries. This book collects 40 papers characteristic of the wide range of topics and disciplines represented at the conference.
Alternatives Within the Mainstream
Alternatives Within the Mainstream is the first comprehensive collection of critical essays on British Black and Asian Theatres. This long overdue book challenges the culture of myth which obscures the relevance of Black and Asian work with serious academic analysis.
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