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The Selfish Man
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The Acting Drama
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A Philosophical History of Documentary, 1960-1990
A Philosophical History of Documentary, 1960–1990 is the second book in a three-volume set. It offers a systematic hermeneutical reading of thirty definitions of Documentary from 1960 to 1990—by then a familiar, already used, and “abused” dialectical object of thought and practice. The book progresses chronologically through three decades of ongoing efforts by documentarians, theorists, historians, and philosophers to define Documentary, examining the philosophical foundations, ethical implications, and evolving documentarological sensibilities of these definitions. It also reassesses the intense ontological debates about Documentary, highlighting the discourse's expanding definitional landscape. Building on the first volume, which examined thirty definitions from 1895 to 1959, this work weaves an intricate hermeneutical network of interconnections among all sixty definitions. It further anticipates the third volume, which will analyze forty additional definitions of Documentary from 1991 to the present, offering a comprehensive philosophical history of the evolution of Documentary as both concept and practice.
From Havana to Hollywood
From Havana to Hollywood examines the presence or absence of Black resistance to slavery in feature films produced in either Havana or Hollywood—including Gillo Pontecorvo's Burn!, neglected masterpieces by Cuban auteurs Tomás Gutiérrez Alea and Sergio Giral, and Steve McQueen's Oscar-winning 12 Years a Slave. Philip Kaisary argues that, with rare exceptions, the representation of Black agency in Hollywood has always been, and remains, taboo. Contrastingly, Cuban cinema foregrounds Black agency, challenging the ways in which slavery has been misremembered and misunderstood in North America and Europe. With powerful, richly theorized readings, the book shows how Cuban cinema especially recreates the past to fuel visions of liberation and asks how the medium of film might contribute to a renewal of emancipatory politics today.
The Laces of Ipswich
Richly illustrated study of the central role of lace making in defining a colonial American community.
Notitia Venatica
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Six Plays
In "Six Plays," Florence Henrietta Fisher Lady Darwin presents a series of dramas that explore the intricate tapestry of human relationships and societal norms during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Drawing upon her keen observational skills and sharp wit, Lady Darwin employs a naturalistic style that melds the introspection of character study with the broader cultural critiques of her time. Each play unfolds as a compelling narrative, navigating themes of love, ambition, and moral dilemmas, showcasing her adept use of dialogue and stagecraft to create engaging and relatable scenarios for audiences, reflecting the complexities of life during an era marked by both change and tradition...
