Sharon Monteith is a professor of American literature and cultural history. Her work focuses on analyzing American literary and cultural histories, exploring key authors and their impact on American society. Monteith delves into a deep study of literary works to uncover their social and historical contexts. Her academic approach offers readers a fresh perspective on American literature.
An introduction to film history, this anthology covers the history of film from 1895. It is arranged chronologically, and each chapter contains an introduction on the key developments within the period. Various types of film history are undertaken to enable students to become familiar with different types of film historical research.
The African American Freedom Movement in the Civil Rights South
Focusing on grassroots activism, the Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) emerged in 1960 as a youth-led civil rights organization in North Carolina. It combined radical initiatives and Black Power with reform efforts, emphasizing local decision-making in the fight for social change. Through Freedom Houses, SNCC facilitated voter registration and direct action, adapting over time from a cohesive group to a more diverse coalition. The organization engaged in critical debates about its responsibilities to communities and those affected by racial violence, shaping its legacy in the civil rights movement.