Picturing Frederick Douglass
- 288pages
- 11 heures de lecture
A landmark and collectible duotone volume, that now canonises Frederick Douglass through historic photography.
John Stauffer Livres
Cet auteur explore les complexités de l'histoire et de la culture américaines, en se concentrant particulièrement sur des thèmes tels que l'esclavage, l'abolition et la construction de soi. Son travail examine les dilemmes de l'affirmation de soi et l'impact des médias visuels comme la photographie sur notre compréhension du passé et du présent. Sa profonde connaissance de l'histoire de la civilisation américaine et des études afro-américaines éclaire son écriture d'une perspective unique. L'auteur offre ainsi un regard pénétrant sur les questions persistantes de justice raciale et de protestation sociale.
The dual biography explores the lives of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, highlighting their journeys as self-made men during a pivotal cultural shift towards personal liberty. Award-winning scholar John Stauffer examines how both figures reinvented themselves, ultimately forging a friendship that contributed to their transformative impact on America. Their stories reflect a rejection of the status quo and an embrace of new ideals, showcasing their significant roles in shaping the nation’s history.
Records of the Proceedings
- 136pages
- 5 heures de lecture
Records of the Proceedings is a fascinating glimpse into the world of legal history, offering a detailed account of the trials and tribulations of a group of defendants accused of various crimes. With meticulous attention to detail and richly drawn characters, Stauffer brings to life a world that is at once familiar and strange, full of skulduggery, drama, and surprises at every turn.