Matthew J. Smith Livres

The book explores the transformative period in Haiti from 1934 to 1957, highlighting the end of U.S. occupation and the emergence of political possibilities. Matthew Smith presents a comprehensive history of postoccupation Haiti, emphasizing the optimism and potential for democracy during these years before the dictatorship of Francois "Papa Doc" Duvalier. Through this analysis, the author sheds light on the complexities and aspirations of a nation navigating its newfound independence.

Matthew Vitz outlines the environmental history and politics of Mexico City as it transformed its original forested, water-rich environment into a smog- infested megacity, showing how the scientific and political disputes over water policy, housing, forestry, and sanitary engineering led to the city's unequal urbanization and environmental decline.

Offers undergraduate students with an understanding of the comics medium and its communication potential. This book deals with comic books and graphic novels. It focuses on comic books because in their longer form they have the potential for complexity of expression.

Focusing on the post-emancipation era, the book explores the intertwined histories of nineteenth-century Haiti and Jamaica through the movement of people between the two nations. Matthew J. Smith highlights how this migration influenced discussions about the region's future, showcasing the stories of various individuals, including exiles, politicians, and laborers. By examining these personal narratives and genealogies, the work underscores Haiti's crucial role in shaping regional development and identity following slavery.

The book explores how performances in early modern England transformed religious material, offering a broader understanding of "the theatrical." Matthew J. Smith highlights the innovative and impactful ways in which performance culture intertwined with religion, promoting a more inclusive perspective on the significance of these interactions in shaping societal beliefs and practices during that era.

Offers undergraduate students with an understanding of the comics medium and its communication potential. This book deals with comic books and graphic novels. It focuses on comic books because in their longer form they have the potential for complexity of expression.