How do literary illustrations affect the way we read—or more subtly, what we read? Through a critical investigation of the role of engraving played in eighteenth-century French literature, Philip Stewart grapples with this question. In both its approach and its conclusions, his project marks a provocative departure from the tradition of viewing illustrations as merely pictures, rather than as texts to be interpreted themselves.Focusing on the objectification of women by the “male gaze,” Stewart analyzes the varous ways in which this masculine power is simultaneously represented and veiled: the fascination with women playing “male” roles, such as soldiers; the preponderance of voyeuristic images of the naked female body; the transformation of male power into hostile forces of nature that render women helpless. Further, Stewart shows how “indecent” engravings that purported to test the limits of eighteenth-century morality often merely reinforced prevailing images of women.Addressing critical concerns about the societal enforcement of gender roles in literature along with essential questions about the function of illustration, Engraven Desire provides surprising insight into the culturally conditioned act of reading. Stewart’s work, itself richly illustrated with hundreds of arresting reproductions, makes a significant contribution to our understanding of the interplay of art, literature, and society.

Engraven Desire: Eros, Image, and Text in the French Eighteenth Century

Arts & Photography

Stewart, Philip

History & Criticism

Duke University Press Books

Navajo (North American Indians Today)

North American Indians are not merely a historical topic. Instead, today's Native Americans are living, productive members of North American society. The contributions of the various Indian cultures enrich our lives in countless ways. For instance, "Indians have the strongest sense of place of anyone in the world," says Amy Mossett, a Native scholar (quoted in the New York Times). This sense of place is reflected in American Indians' connection to the Earth, an intimate relationship that has concrete implications for the way we handle environmental issues. Indians' connection to the traditions of their ancestors is also strong. At the same time, however, Native Americans are modern people confronting the challenges of today's world. They gain strength for the present from their deep foundations in the past. What's more, Native traditions and wisdom have much to offer us all. North American Indians Today portrays contemporary Indians within the present-day context of their relationship to their land, their past, their traditions, and their 21-st century realities. The heritage and history of each tribe is given as background to chapters on the current government, society, culture, religion, contributions, challenges, and goals of each tribe. Each volume was written with the help of Native people, and tribal leaders and scholars reviewed and approved the text for their tribes. The series consultant, a Native American expert from the University of Nebraska, ensured that the text is free from cultural bias. This series' respectful and accurate text, as well as the color photographs and Native artwork, will give readers a broader understanding of today's North American Indians, theirconnection to their land and their past, and their contributions to our modern-day world.

North American Indians Today

Children's Books

McIntosh, Kenneth

Sanna, Ellyn

Libal, Autumn

Libal, Joyce

Henry, Gordon

McIntosh, Marsha

Cornell, George L.

Lonehill, Karen

Geography & Cultures

Mason Crest

Presents the history of the Cherokee people, discussing the social, cultural, and political changes that have occured, and focusses on the preservation of tradition and the future of the Cherokee nation.

Cherokee (North American Indians Today)

Teen & Young Adult

Presents the history of the Osage people, and discusses the cultural, social, political, and economic changes that have affected this tribe.

Osage (North American Indians Today)

Biographies

The Dartmouth Conference was born in the turmoil of the Cold War between the two major powers left standing after World War II: the US and the SovietUnion. While government officials from the US and (now) Russia occupy thepublic stage, Dartmouth is a distinct and innovative form of citizen diplomacythat takes place--more quietly and often successfully--behind the scenes,between highly experienced, influential citizens from both nations. This briefbook highlights the stories of Dartmouth's work during its first 60 years andsuggests an agenda for its future efforts.

Six Decades of US-Russia Citizen Dialogue: Past Lessons, Future Hopes

History

Americas

Kettering Foundation

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