Following the release of An Army of Tribes, author Edward Burke discusses the behaviour of soldiers and their commanders and his exploration of the autonomy of British infantry units in Northern Ireland. In July 2012, I decided to walk the 303 miles of the Irish border for charity. I had recently returned from a year and a … Continue reading
The portrait of Frederick Douglass – In conversation with Celeste-Marie Bernier
February marks the bicentennial of the birth of Frederick Douglass. To celebrate this, we’re exploring the life of the compelling orator, abolitionist, and activist. Alongside the recent release of Pictures and Power: Imaging and Imagining Frederick Douglass 1818-2018, editor Celeste-Marie Bernier discusses the relationship Douglass perceived between activism, authorism, and artistry. Celeste-Marie Bernier explores the life of … Continue reading
The Crisis of History Painting in the 1850s – In Conversation with Gülru Çakmak
We caught up with author of Jean-Léon Gérôme and the Crisis of History Painting in the 1850s, Gülru Çakmak, to discuss the critical reception of the French painter's work and his challenge of making history experiential. Your new book addresses the crisis of history painting in the 1850s. Why did you choose to draw focus upon this … Continue reading
Haitian Studies from Liverpool University Press
LUP’s mission is to disseminate high quality research and to promote learning and culture through our publications. As such we've compiled our list of titles which study and explore Haiti in response to recent demand for a lasting conversation on the subject. Exile and Post-1946 Haitian Literature Haiti Rising Writing on the Fault Line The Colonial System Unveiled … Continue reading
International Development Planning Review: Call for a Co-Editor
The International Development Planning Review (IDPR) invites applications for the position of Co-Editor. International Development Planning Review is a peer-reviewed journal which provides an interdisciplinary platform for the critical study of development related practices, planning and policy in the global South. Applications should be submitted to Clare Hooper, Head of Journals at Liverpool University Press (clare.hooper@liverpool.ac.uk) as soon … Continue reading
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