Different Bodies


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This collection of 19 new essays by 21 authors from the United States, the UK, Canada, Australia and India focuses on contemporary film and television (1989 to the present) from those countries as well as from China, Korea, Thailand and France. The essays are divided into two parts. The first includes critical readings of narrative film and television. The second includes contributions on documentaries, biopics and autobiographically-informed films. The book as a whole is designed to be accessible to readers new to disability studies while also contributing significantly to the field. An introduction gives background on disability studies and appendices provide a filmography and a list of suggested reading.




Body Mutiny


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Many women suffer from morning sickness, but can you imagine nine months of constant vomiting with no food or drink whatsoever, except by an IV line? This rare and severe condition is known as Hyperemesis Gravidarum. In a powerful mix of poetry and prose, author Jenna Schmitt takes you through 40 harrowing weeks of her own Hyperemesis pregnancy. Readers who have experienced or may experience a high-risk, difficult pregnancy will be happy to discover that, finally, someone understands how they feel.




Mutiny


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Named one of the Best Books of 2021 by The Boston Globe and Lit Hub Longlisted for the PEN/Jean Stein Book Award and the PEN/Voelcker Award for Poetry From the critically acclaimed author of Thief in the Interior who writes with "a lucid, unmitigated humanity" (Boston Review), a startling new collection about revolt and renewal Mutiny: a rebellion, a subversion, an onslaught. In poems that rebuke classical mythos and western canonical figures, and embrace Afro-Diasporanfolk and spiritual imagery, Phillip B. Williams conjures the hell of being erased, exploited, and ill-imagined and then, through a force and generosity of vision, propels himself into life, selfhood, and a path forward. Intimate, bold, and sonically mesmerizing, Mutiny addresses loneliness, desire, doubt, memory, and the borderline between beauty and tragedy. With a ferocity that belies the tenderness and vulnerability at the heart of this remarkable collection, Williams honors the transformative power of anger, and the clarity that comes from allowing that anger to burn clean.




The Genesis of Rebellion


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The Age of Sail has long fascinated readers, writers, and the general public. Herman Melville, Joseph Conrad, Jack London et al. treated ships at sea as microcosms; Petri dishes in which larger themes of authority, conflict and order emerge. In this fascinating book, Pfaff and Hechter explore mutiny as a manifestation of collective action and contentious politics. The authors use narrative evidence and statistical analysis to trace the processes by which governance failed, social order decayed, and seamen mobilized. Their findings highlight the complexities of governance, showing that it was not mere deprivation, but how seamen interpreted that deprivation, which stoked the grievances that motivated rebellion. Using the Age of Sail as a lens to examine topics still relevant today - what motivates people to rebel against deprivation and poor governance - The Genesis of Rebellion: Governance, Grievance, and Mutiny in the Age of Sail helps us understand the emergence of populism and rejection of the establishment.




Naval Mutinies of the Twentieth Century


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This volume brings together a set of scholarly, readable and up-to-date essays covering the most significant naval mutinies of the 20th century, including Russia (1905), Brazil (1910), Austria (1918), Germany (1918), France (1918-19), Great Britain (1931), Chile (1931), the United States (1944), India (1946), China (1949), Australia, and Canada (1949). Each chapter addresses the causes of the mutiny in question, its long- and short-term repercussions, and the course of the mutiny itself. More generally, authors consider the state of the literature on their mutiny and examine significant historiographical issues connected with it, taking advantage of new research and new methodologies to provide something of value to both the specialist and non-specialist reader. The book provides fresh insights into issues such as what a mutiny is, what factors cause them, what navies are most susceptible to them, what responses lead to satisfactory or unsatisfactory conclusions, and how far-reaching their consequences tend to be.













The History of the Indian Revolt and of the Expeditions to Persia, China and Japan, 1856-7-8


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George Dodd's 'The History of the Indian Revolt and of the Expeditions to Persia, China and Japan, 1856-7-8' is a comprehensive account of historical events during the mid-19th century. The book details the Indian Revolt of 1857 as well as expeditions to Persia, China, and Japan during the years 1856-1858. Dodd's writing style is engaging and detailed, providing readers with a vivid depiction of the political climate and military strategies of the time. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in military history and colonial studies, offering insight into the diverse experiences of different regions during this period. The inclusion of multiple expeditions adds a unique perspective to the narrative, highlighting the global impact of these events. George Dodd's meticulous research and attention to detail make this book a must-read for history enthusiasts. His background as a journalist and historian has clearly influenced the depth and accuracy of his work, making 'The History of the Indian Revolt and of the Expeditions to Persia, China and Japan, 1856-7-8' a valuable addition to any historical library.




The History of the Indian Revolt


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Reprint of the original, first published in 1859. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.