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The Valley Bisa people inhabit the Luangwa Valley in central Zambia. Among them, the hunter, who tracks such large game as the lion, elephant, and buffalo, commands great respect and esteem from the other members of the lincage who traditionally rely on him for their subsistence and protection. Alth... More

For many Southern men living in or close to rural landscapes, hunting is a passion. But it is not a timeless activity in a cultural void. Whether pursuers of fox or raccoon, deer or rabbits, quail or dove, Southern hunters reveal for Stuart Marks complex patterns of male bonding, social status, and ... More

A sweeping history of American ideas of belonging and citizenship, told through the stories of fourteen legal cases that helped to shape our nation. Spanning the period from colonial times to the present, "Black Trials tells how the place of blacks in American society evolved through the actions of ... More

View the Table of Contents.Read the Introduction. aIt addresses a powerful topic. It is a conceptually creative piece of scholarship, forged from a sophisticated interdisciplinary viewpoint.a-- The Law and Politics Book Review "A rich and exceptionally clear account of the meaning-making context and... More

In this uproarious tome of testosterone, the minds and actions of men are dissected, cross-sectioned and presented on a literary platter for all to enjoy. Women the world over--we implore you to read, digest and purchase hundreds of copies for friends and relatives. In a world of glorified violence,... More

- An important survey of contemporary black photographers worldwide, specifically focusing on the theme of identity- Presents approximately 40 black photographers producing work since 1985 on race, nationality, gender and sexual identity- Includes a historical introduction, with a guide to terminolo... More