James A. Johnson Livres

"The entire town is disguised," declared a French tourist of eighteenth-century Venice. And, indeed, maskers of all ranks—nobles, clergy, imposters, seducers, con men—could be found mixing at every level of Venetian society. Even a pious nun donned a mask and male attire for her liaison with the libertine Casanova. In Venice Incognito, James H. Johnson offers a spirited analysis of masking in this carnival-loving city. He draws on a wealth of material to explore the world view of maskers, both during and outside of carnival, and reconstructs their logic: covering the face in public was a uniquely Venetian response to one of the most rigid class hierarchies in European history. This vivid account goes beyond common views that masking was about forgetting the past and minding the muse of pleasure to offer fresh insight into the historical construction of identity.

Explores the historical idea of sovereignty as moral responsibility of government for the common good and its implications for contemporary issues such as the Responsibility to Protect, military intervention, radical Islam, and the possibilities for cross-cultural dialogue.

An award-winning retelling of the Biblical creation story from a star of the Harlem Renaissance and an acclaimed illustrator James Weldon Johnson, author of the civil rights anthem "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing," wrote this beautiful Bible-learning story in 1922, at the height of the Harlem Renaissance. Set in the Deep South, The Creation alternates breathtaking scenes from Genesis with images of a country preacher under a tree retelling the story for children. The exquisite detail of James E. Ransome's sun-dappled paintings and the sophisticated rhythm of the free verse pay tribute to Black American oral traditions of country sermonizing and storytelling: As far as the eye of God could see/ Darkness covered everything/ Blacker than a hundred midnights/ Down in a cypress swamp. . . . This beautiful new edition of the classic Coretta Scott King Award winner features a fresh, modern design, a reimagined cover, and an introduction of the remarkable life of James Weldon Johnson. Beneath the dust jacket, the case features a detail of Ransome's beautiful night sky, spangled with stars. A Junior Library Guild selection!

Presents a spectator's-eye view of opera and concert life from the Old Regime to the Romantic era, describing the transformation in musical experience from social event to profound aesthetic encounter. This book offers an analysis of political, musical, and aesthetic factors that produced more engaged listening.

The Norton Critical Edition of this influential Harlem Renaissance novel includes related materials available in no other edition.

In the small town of Sundown, a group of adventurous kids uncovers hidden secrets that promise to unravel the mysteries of their surroundings. Following their previous encounters with little people in the mountain and their exploration of extraterrestrial life, the children embark on a new journey filled with intrigue and discovery, delving deeper into the town's enigmatic past and the secrets it holds.

Exploring the theme of perception versus reality, this book delves into the complexities of morality and attraction. Characters may not fit the traditional mold of heroes or villains, challenging readers to reconsider their judgments based on appearances. The narrative suggests that danger often lies in unexpected places, prompting a deeper examination of what it truly means to be "good" or "bad." This thought-provoking tale invites readers to question their assumptions and look beyond the surface.

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Featuring 12 cooking functions, this versatile 9-in-1 multi-cooker excels in air frying, baking, and more, offering superior performance compared to traditional convection and toaster ovens. Its innovative 360° quick cook technology and five powerful heating elements ensure even cooking from all angles, delivering crispy and flavorful meals with ease.

The dream of flight has been a rite of passage for more than three generations of boys, and model aviation continues to be one of the most wholesome and engaging activities in modern culture. This wonderful collector's book explores and identifies hundreds of fantastic items related to model aviation. More than 600 color photos illustrate engines, kits, radio control accessories, propellers, books, magazines, and other important model aviation memorabilia. The history of model aviation is documented in an engaging text full of facts and background information. Captions include detailed information about size, vintage, and current market values. At long last, treasure hunters, antique dealers, and all who have ever dreamed of flight have a clear, concise, and easy-to-use guide to model aviation memorabilia that has, until now, remained solely within the modeling community.