“The introduction of critical discourse and the role of the critics and writers of the time distinguishes this study from others that focus on the art and artist only. The inclusion of historic archival material enhances each artist’s practice, including descriptions and illustrations of key works.”—Carol Damian, author of The Virgin of the Andes: Art and … Continue reading Modern Art in 1940s Cuba
Democracy and Time in Cuban Thought
“An ambitious, challenging text that defies disciplinary divides. Torres makes a powerful case for Cubans’ need to leave behind epic narratives of the past or utopian visions of the future to instead focus on a more deliberative, reflective, and consensual political praxis in the present.”—Michael J. Bustamante, author of Cuban Memory Wars: Retrospective Politics in Revolution … Continue reading Democracy and Time in Cuban Thought
NASA and the American South
“Breaking new ground on issues of race, gender, religion, labor, and tourism, this volume shows the wide impact of the space program on southern culture, education, economy, and technology.”—Kenneth Lipartito, coauthor of A History of the Kennedy Space Center “Goes well beyond traditional technical or political stories of NASA’s place amongst the events of the twentieth century … Continue reading NASA and the American South
New Book Series from University of Florida Press to Explore Latin America and the Caribbean through Geography
The University of Florida Press announces a new book series, “Critical Geographies of Latin America and the Caribbean,” edited by Adam Bledsoe, Joel Correia, Andrea Marston, Aaron Strain, and Joaquín Villanueva and published in partnership with the Conference of Latin American Geography. This new series will explore Latin America and the Caribbean through the multiple … Continue reading New Book Series from University of Florida Press to Explore Latin America and the Caribbean through Geography
Women across Asian Art
“This book is unique in its broad focus: addressing the feminine as a subject in art as well as women in the art world, including living artists, and reaching from the present back to the Bronze Age. Several of the essays tell stories that are long overdue, and they are likely to encourage further scholarship … Continue reading Women across Asian Art
Operation Pedro Pan, Revised Edition
“Compelling reading.”—New Republic “A collection of tearful testimonies woven with a tale of the event that unfolded in Cuba and led desperate parents to make the heart-wrenching decision to send their children along to a foreign country.”—Miami Herald “[Conde] does an impressive job of reporting dozens of personal stories and fascinating vignettes. . . . A … Continue reading Operation Pedro Pan, Revised Edition
The Rise of Central American Film in the Twenty-First Century
“The best introduction to Central American film in the twenty-first century. Offers a nuanced analysis of filmmaking in all its complexity and diversity.”—Valeria Grinberg Pla, Bowling Green State University “Insightful essays explore a diverse array of Central American films which tell the stories of a difficult past but also of resilience and survival in the … Continue reading The Rise of Central American Film in the Twenty-First Century
Spirited Diasporas
“There is a great need for accurate textual information on Afro-diasporic religion to counter erroneous and maligned representations. This book sheds light on the fallacy of these misrepresentations and prejudices. The transatlantic and comparative nature of this collection provides an element of novelty, and the life stories herein are heartfelt and honorable.”— Roberto Strongman, author … Continue reading Spirited Diasporas
Cosmonaut
“An innovative study of pop culture, memorabilia, propaganda, and hero worship, Cosmonaut brings the Soviet space program to life from inside Soviet society.”—Foreword Reviews“A superb and engaging history of the cosmonauts whose feats redefined Soviet culture and continue to influence post-Soviet life. Weaving together material, consumer, and cultural history, Lewis expertly demonstrates how this cultural … Continue reading Cosmonaut
After Apollo
“After Apollo is a significant achievement for the way it helps us see the Apollo Moon landing as most never have before—from the vantages of both those personally involved and those broadly affected by it. The result is a fresh focus on the historical and cultural complexities that, then and now, are a part of this … Continue reading After Apollo
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