“Burrows’s pioneering and engaging study of the PRRA’s Engineering Division makes important contributions to understandings of the New Deal as imperial reform and of its relationship to Puerto Rican populism. An essential read for students and scholars of US empire, Puerto Rico, the New Deal, and histories of public works.”—Anne S. Macpherson, author of From Colony … Continue reading The Puerto Rico Reconstruction Administration
Space Policy for the Twenty-First Century
“First of its kind, a comprehensive introduction to US space policy using the tools of political science and policy analysis in an approachable way. With student interest in space skyrocketing, this is a timely resource for veteran space educators or those wishing to offer new courses in the field.”—David Burbach, US Naval War College “Provides … Continue reading Space Policy for the Twenty-First Century
Selling Vero Beach
“A lively exploration of how dreamers and schemers constructed a mythical Florida past. Shefveland offers a compelling story of how Indigenous peoples were written out of Florida’s history by developers who created today’s Sunshine State.”—Nathaniel Osborn, author of Indian River Lagoon: An Environmental History “A master class in how historical memory abets settler colonialism in the … Continue reading Selling Vero Beach
Restoring Southern Music
By Michael T. Bertrand, author of Southern History Remixed: On Rock ’n’ Roll and the Dilemma of Race This book is available at a discount price through July 31, 2024. Order here and use code OAH24 at checkout. Have you ever watched the Coen Brothers movie O Brother, Where Art Thou? Did you notice how music seemed to be everywhere all … Continue reading Restoring Southern Music
Tampa Bay
“An engaging narrative of an iconic southern estuary that has sustained humans for millennia. Bennett helps us appreciate how different societies have used and transformed Tampa Bay and its ecological assets, and how scientists, environmental activists, and policymakers have worked in recent decades to reduce the threats posed by industrial dumping and development.”—Christine Keiner, author … Continue reading Tampa Bay
Sunshine State Mafia
“Kelly gives a broad view of organized crime in Florida, interspersed with his own personal anecdotes, highlighting the unique and often crazier-than-fiction story of organized crime in the Sunshine State.”—Scott M. Deitche, author of Cigar City Mafia: A Complete History of the Tampa Underworld “A fascinating and fresh look at infamous gangsters and criminals who lived and … Continue reading Sunshine State Mafia
Women’s History Month 2024
Celebrate Women’s History Month with our collection of books that highlight the lives and accomplishments of women throughout history. This year, we're highlighting the first woman to serve as United States attorney general, pioneering women in archaeology, Black women activists, and more.View books here and use code WHM24 for discount prices through March 31, 2024. Janet RenoA LifeJudith … Continue reading Women’s History Month 2024
Books for Black History Month 2024
Explore our selection of books for Black History Month! Our newest titles include the biography of scholar-activist James Hudson, whose philosophical contributions laid a key piece of the groundwork for the emergence of the civil rights movement; Halifu Osumare's memoir of her career as a scholar of global hip-hop and Black culture, a follow-up to … Continue reading Books for Black History Month 2024
Southern History Remixed
“In this robust, clear, and pathbreaking volume, Bertrand skillfully weaves his study of history, pop culture, regionalism, race, and politics.”—Randall J. Stephens, author of The Devil’s Music: How Christians Inspired, Condemned, and Embraced Rock ’n’ Roll “An incredibly unique and engaging book. Bertrand deftly shows how popular music has consistently been used to give voice to … Continue reading Southern History Remixed
Justice Pursued
“A reckoning of a book. Horovitz renders the full range of human potential, with characters and plot turns to match. Criminals turn out to be innocent. Prosecutors turn out to be freedom fighters. Their story raises a question: if, individually and together, we are capable of so full a range, then what choices are we making? … Continue reading Justice Pursued
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