Focusing on graphic narratives created by Mexicans post-NAFTA, the book explores how Mexican comic books engage with globalization's impact on culture and identity. It critically analyzes the role of these comics in reflecting and shaping societal debates surrounding economic changes in Mexico since 1994. Through this lens, the work highlights the unique contributions of Mexican comic artists to the broader discourse on globalization and its consequences.
Cloth Heavy Hardcover. missing jacket. First American Edition, 1967 from Crown Publishers Inc, New York. 581 pages full of color and w/b pictures. Gilded Lettering on cover and spine. The book show tanning in flaps, some foxing, and name in flap. Otherwise, very good tight Book. (Please see the pictures) M-42
The book explores the evolution and significance of mural arts in Mexico post-revolution, highlighting the contributions of contemporary artists often overlooked in favor of historical figures like Rivera and Siqueiros. It documents various mural practices, including fixed-site murals and graffiti, demonstrating their role in shaping collective identities amid Mexico's ongoing socio-political challenges. Through ethnographic and sociological lenses, the author argues for the relevance and resilience of these murals in public life, countering the notion that the mural tradition has faded.
Major account of the fourteenth-century crisis which saw a series of famines, revolts and epidemics transform the medieval world.
HAIL TO THE CHIN is the new raucous and sardonic memoir from Bruce Campbell, a follow-up to the New York Times bestselling If Chins Could Kill.
The Cool Side of My Pillow is a collection of essays by actor, cult icon and New York Times bestselling author Bruce Campbell, sharing some of his experiences and observations outside of the entertainment industry.In Campbell's own words, "What's it about? Mostly, things that matter to me, like putting in the effort, being honest and not treating the environment like it's the enemy. Is it self-help? I hope not, but you will find musings about fame, mysterious carvings, UFOs and my general disdain of loud noises. Is it political? If it is, I'll refund your money. There are no conspiracy theories in The Cool Side of my Pillow, just snarky humor and a sincere desire for us all to find peace on earth."
Focusing on the lives and careers of the SA's founding fathers, this book provides an in-depth exploration of their roles within the Nazi movement. Through extensive archival research, it reveals how these leaders adapted the SA in response to Germany's evolving political landscape. The study highlights lesser-known Nazi figures and offers valuable insights into the organization's history, portraying its leaders as paramilitary saviors of Germany. This work is a significant contribution to understanding the complexities of the SA and its impact on the Nazi regime.
Chronicles the life of actor Bruce Campbell from his childhood in Detroit through his time spent making the film Evil Dead to his days in Hollywood.
In this autobiographical novel, the King of "B" movie actors gives his legions of fans the inside view of his hilarious attempt to become an "A" list actor.
This Rough Magic: At Home on the Columbia Slough is a story of a magical, much-maligned 19 mile waterway in the industrial heart of Portland, Oregon.