The book explores the emergence of football as a global sport in the 1870s, tracing its journey from England to various continents, including Germany, the United States, and Argentina. It emphasizes the role of high school students in popularizing the game, offering a horizontal perspective on its international spread and cultural impact during this transformative period.
Focusing on the social, cultural, and political evolution of the German people, this textbook situates modern Germany within a global context, emphasizing the influence of transnational trends from the Napoleonic wars to present-day. It highlights the roles of non-state actors and intercultural exchanges, exploring topics such as German migration to the Americas and the resulting diaspora. Key themes include the transfer of cultural practices, like football and Christmas traditions, and the international implications of German developments in areas like eugenics.
This collection catalogue highlights 155 significant American art pieces housed in the Palmer Museum of Art, emphasizing their historical and aesthetic importance. It offers insights into the works and the artists behind them, showcasing the museum's commitment to preserving and celebrating American art heritage.
In this classic work of biblical scholarship, Thomas Adam offers a thorough and insightful exposition of the four Gospels. Drawing on the latest research in the field, Adam provides valuable commentary on the historical, social, and theological context of each passage. A must-read for anyone interested in the New Testament.
Recognized for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. Scholars have deemed it important, highlighting its value in understanding historical and social contexts.
The history of college costs is explored from the Colonial Era to the early Cold War, highlighting the evolution of tuition, scholarships, and student loans. The author delves into how these financial aspects became normalized in higher education, providing insights into the economic and social factors that shaped the funding of colleges over time.
The Ashcan School painter John Sloan was preoccupied with the New York City rooftop perhaps more than any other American artist in the early decades of the twentieth century. This major loan exhibition offers the first in-depth examination of Sloan's career-long interest in the urban rooftop and expands on the visual culture of "the city above the city" with examples by notable contemporaries, including George Ault, Edward Hopper, William Glackens, and Reginald Marsh. Organized by the Palmer Museum of Art, the exhibition is accompanied by a publication and will travel to The Hyde Collection.
Delving into the complexities of intercultural transfers, this book examines the various mechanisms that facilitate the exchange of cultural elements between societies. It offers insights into how cultural practices, beliefs, and values are transmitted, adapted, and transformed across different contexts. Through a scholarly lens, the work contributes to a deeper understanding of the dynamics involved in intercultural interactions and their implications for global communication and cultural exchange.