The Colonial Heritage of French Comics
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- 10 uur lezen
An innovative study marrying postcolonial criticism and graphic art to read the colonial heritage of France through its comics.
Hedendaagse Franse en Franstalige culturen Reeks
Deze serie duikt in de fascinerende wereld van hedendaagse Franse en Franstalige culturen. Het verkent diverse onderwerpen, van politiek en maatschappij tot kunst en literatuur. Het biedt lezers diepgaand inzicht in wat deze dynamische culturen vandaag de dag vormt. Het is ideale lectuur voor iedereen die geïnteresseerd is in het huidige landschap van deze regio's.
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Georges Brassens and Jacques Brel
Personal and Social Narratives in Post-War Chanson
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The 1950s and 1960s marked a golden era for French popular music, particularly through the works of Georges Brassens and Jacques Brel. Their influence extended globally, inspiring renowned figures like David Bowie and Gabriel Garcia Marquez. This period, characterized by the rich tradition of "chanson française," showcases the profound impact these artists had on music and culture, solidifying their legacy in the hearts of fans and fellow creators alike.
For more than fifty years, Assia Djebar, former Silver Chair of French at New York University and winner of the Neustadt Prize for Contribution to World Literature, used the tools of poetry, fiction, drama and film to vividly portray the world of Muslim women in all its complexity.
The Noir Atlantic
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- 8 uur lezen
The Noir Atlantic follows the influence of African American author Chester Himes on francophone African crime fiction.