“In this volume, particularly in the discussion of foodways, the archaeology is clearly visible, and the unique contributions that archaeology makes come to the fore. I would recommend this study to anyone seeking to understand what long-term, synthetic archaeology can do, and how to write about it.”—Martha A. Zierden, coauthor of Charleston: An Archaeology of … Continue reading Below Baltimore
Mary McLeod Bethune the Pan-Africanist
“Preston’s original treatment of Mary McLeod Bethune as an international figure greatly expands the extant narrative. This exciting book not only substantiates current attention on Bethune as a major public figure, but also situates her in the geographic context of Cuba, Haiti, the Bahamas, and Liberia—moving beyond her impact in the United States.”—Stephanie Y. Evans, … Continue reading Mary McLeod Bethune the Pan-Africanist
Revolutions in Cuba and Venezuela
“The similarities between the Cuban revolution and Venezuela during Chavismo have been the subject of politicized and polarized analyses. This is the first effort to systematically compare the two governing experiences and examine the relationships between them.”—David A. Smilde, the Charles A. and Leo M. Favrot Professor of Human Relations at Tulane University; fellow, Washington Office on … Continue reading Revolutions in Cuba and Venezuela
Dictionary of Latin American Identities
“A most useful and timely reference tool for anyone interested in better understanding Latin American identities and how they have been perceived over time.”—Armin Schwegler, coauthor of Fonética y fonología españolasUnparalleled in its thoroughness, its accessibility, and its relevance to all areas of Latin American studies, this volume is a dictionary of 21,000 terms related to … Continue reading Dictionary of Latin American Identities
Black Women, Citizenship, and the Making of Modern Cuba
“Brunson’s examination of the struggle of minorities against racism and sexism in a republican system claiming racelessness and equality for all is illuminating—and still relevant today, in Cuba and many other societies.”—Aline Helg, author of Slave No More: Self-Liberation before Abolitionism in the Americas “In this comprehensive and much-needed study, Brunson utilizes a wide array of previously … Continue reading Black Women, Citizenship, and the Making of Modern Cuba
Your Guide to Our 2020 OAH History Sale
Although the Organization of American Historians Annual Meeting has been canceled, University Press of Florida books are still available in our OAH History Book Sale. We are offering extra deep discount prices and free shipping on all orders with code OAH20 through April 30, 2020. Browse all books here. Need to know what's new this year? View … Continue reading Your Guide to Our 2020 OAH History Sale
American Historical Association 2020
Acquisitions editor Sian Hunter attended the American Historical Association Conference in New York City last weekend. This was our first conference of the year, and we unveiled our new 75th anniversary logo! It was great to meet with everyone who visited us at our booth! Here are a few books we brought to the conference: … Continue reading American Historical Association 2020
Florida Historical Society 2019
Last week we traveled to Cape Canaveral to attend the 2019 Florida Historical Society annual conference. We brought some of our new and bestselling Florida history books, and we were especially excited to display Gamble Rogers: A Troubadour's Life, by Bruce Horovitz, winner of this year’s Florida Historical Society Charlton Tebeau Award. Thanks to everyone … Continue reading Florida Historical Society 2019
American Historical Association 2019
Acquisitions editor Sian Hunter traveled to Chicago, Illinois, last weekend for the American Historical Association (AHA) annual meeting. It was great to meet with historians and other scholars attending the conference, and we brought some of our new and bestselling history books with us. Thanks to everyone who visited us at our booth! Here are … Continue reading American Historical Association 2019
Association for the Study of African American Life and History 2018
The University Press of Florida traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana, last week to attend the Association for the Study of African American Life and History annual conference. It was a great opportunity to meet with scholars and display some of our African American studies books. Several of our authors participated in the conference, including Tameka Hobbs, … Continue reading Association for the Study of African American Life and History 2018
The Florida Bookshelf 