This author delves into the complexities of American history and culture, with a particular focus on themes such as slavery, abolition, and the construction of selfhood. His work examines the dilemmas of self-making and the impact of visual media like photography on our understanding of both the past and present. His deep knowledge of American civilization history and African American studies informs his writing with a unique perspective. The author thus offers a penetrating look into enduring questions of racial justice and social protest.
Records of the Proceedings is a fascinating glimpse into the world of legal history, offering a detailed account of the trials and tribulations of a group of defendants accused of various crimes. With meticulous attention to detail and richly drawn characters, Stauffer brings to life a world that is at once familiar and strange, full of skulduggery, drama, and surprises at every turn.
A landmark and collectible duotone volume, that now canonises Frederick Douglass through historic photography.
The dual biography explores the lives of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, highlighting their journeys as self-made men during a pivotal cultural shift towards personal liberty. Award-winning scholar John Stauffer examines how both figures reinvented themselves, ultimately forging a friendship that contributed to their transformative impact on America. Their stories reflect a rejection of the status quo and an embrace of new ideals, showcasing their significant roles in shaping the nation’s history.