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A Biblical Theology of Youth Ministry: Teenagers in the Life of the Church
by Michael McGarryYouth ministry today has fallen on hard times. Many churches continue to employ the same methods that have become entrenched over the last few decades, while others are questioning the need for it at all. Michael McGarry explores the foundation of youth ministry in the Old and New Testaments and brings that together with Church history in a compelling way. This contemplative and well-researched book provides a careful critique of youth ministry along with practical guidance for those serving in ministry. The author directs the reader toward a new era of youth ministry where parents and intergenerational ministry play a more significant role. McGarry shares five pillars of gospel-centered youth ministry and reminds readers of the spiritual priority of parents. The author also provides an excellent list of essential building blocks for youth ministry, and practical advice for creating a bridge-building youth ministry connecting church and home.
Greater Heights: Growing to High Income in Europe and Central Asia (Europe and Central Asia Studies)
by Ivailo Izvorski Lokshin Christos Kostopoulos Leonardo Iacovone Iván Torre Szilvia DocziTwenty-seven countries have reached high-income status since 1990. Ten of these are in the Europe and Central Asia region and have joined the European Union. Another 20 in the region have become more prosperous since the 1990s. However, their transition to high-income status has been delayed. These middle-income countries have found that the prospects for growth to high-income status have become even more difficult since the 2007†“09 global financial crisis. This reflects partly a slowdown in structural reforms at home and partly the challenges associated with a deterioration in the global environment. The concern has emerged that many countries in the region may be caught in the middle-income trap, a phase in development characterized by a recurring deceleration in growth and by per capita incomes that are systematically below the high-income threshold. To ensure that these countries overcome the obstacles to growth and achieve progress toward high-income status, policy makers need to make the transition from a strategy driven largely by investment to a strategy that is supported by the importation and diffusion of global capital, knowledge, and technology and then to a strategy that complements these with innovation. The study Greater Heights: Growing to High Income in Europe and Central Asia relies on the 3i strategy described in World Development Report 2024—Investment, Infusion, and Innovation—to propose policy options to assist middle-income countries in Europe and Central Asia in the effort to reach high-income status. Drawing on comprehensive empirical analysis, the report offers actionable recommendations that will enable policy makers to advance stronger economic growth across the region. Such a transition will require continued and sustained foundational reform to maximize the drivers of economic growth while pivoting to new transformative reforms to promote the development of more complex economic structures and institutions. These involve the need to discipline incumbents, boost the role of the private sector, strengthen the competitive environment, and reward merit. The emphasis on a strategy driven by innovation is also critically important for those countries that have already attained high-income status.
Green Technologies: Decarbonizing Development in East Asia and Pacific
by Aaditya Mattoo Trang Thu Tran Francesca de NicolaThe East Asia and Pacific region is helping the world decarbonize and is encouraging the domestic adoption of renewables. But there is an imbalance: while the region’s innovation and investment improve global access to green technologies, its own emissions continue to grow because of the reluctance to penalize carbon-intensive practices. The disparity between domestic supply and demand spills over into international trade, provoking measures by other countries that limit access to markets and technologies. Green Technologies: Decarbonizing Development in East Asia and Pacific argues that deeper reform of the region’s own policies will encourage the domestic diffusion of cleaner technologies and may also foster greater international cooperation—on climate as well as on innovation and trade in green goods. The book proposes a framework to guide policy on green technology development and diffusion. It will be of interest to policy makers, businesses, and researchers working at the intersection of economics and environmental policy.
Microsoft Copilot Studio Quick Start: Learn to Create and Deploy Personalized AI Solutions (Tech Today)
by Jared MatfessA practical and accessible guide to Microsoft's Copilot Studio In Microsoft Copilot Studio Quick Start, author Jared Matfess delivers an easy-to-read and hands-on guide to navigating Microsoft's newest generative AI platform. From introductions to the Copilot ecosystem and Copilot Studio to building your first custom agent, publishing it across different environments, and measuring its results so you can optimize its impact, this book walks you through the steps you need to take to use this powerful new tool. You'll learn to extend your Copilot's functionality from knowledge agents to semi-autonomous agents that can perform actions on your behalf, by integrating with third-party APIs and other Microsoft services via Power Platform connectors. Microsoft Copilot Studio Quick Start provides: Industry use cases from healthcare, finance, retail, and government that include a problem statement, solution overview and business outcomes Strategies for enhancing Copilot with agents, complete with an introduction to the agent architecture and tips for debugging and testing your agents A comprehensive discussion of the future of Copilot Studio and AI development Perfect for tech-savvy professionals interested in unlocking the full potential of Microsoft's Copilot Studio, Microsoft Copilot Studio Quick Start is also a must-read resource for everyone who wants to build exciting new software tools driven by generative AI in the Microsoft ecosystem.
Salt in the Earth Sciences: Basin Analysis and Salt Tectonics (Geophysical Monograph Series #287)
by Webster MohriakA comprehensive review of giant salt basins, salt tectonic events, and their global implications Salt is formed when water rich in evaporite minerals accumulates on the Earth’s surface and then evaporates. Over time, pressure and tectonics change the structure and shape of salt layers. Recent technological advances have improved the interpretation and modeling of subsurface salt structures. Salt in the Earth Sciences: Basin Analysis and Salt Tectonics presents a global overview of giant salt basins formed under diverse tectonic settings, connecting salt deposition with tectonic events, climate change, and more. Volume highlights include: Stratigraphic and structural features of giant salt basins Theories for the origin of salt giants and their deep crustal architecture Accumulations of hydrocarbon resources in salt basins Global examples of giant salt basins Salt and shale tectonic models, including salt and mud diapirism, magmatism, and salt dissolution Correlations with plate tectonics, climate changes, global glaciations, and major volcanic events Extreme environments associated with evaporite deposition on Earth and other planets of the solar system Browse the other volume in this set, Salt in the Earth Sciences: Evaporite Rocks and Salt Deposition. The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.
A Companion to Digital Ethics (Blackwell Companions to Philosophy)
by Luciano Floridi Mariarosaria TaddeoA compilation of cutting-edge, comprehensive insights into digital ethics from leading scholars As digital technologies shape every aspect of today's society, ethical considerations have never been more pressing. In A Companion to Digital Ethics, editors Luciano Floridi and Mariarosaria Taddeo bring together leading experts to analyse key ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence, privacy, cybersecurity, cyberwarfare, sustainability, digital consent, and many other topics. With a multidisciplinary approach, this authoritative volume introduces all the relevant topics in digital ethics clearly and accessibly, integrating insights from philosophy, law, computer science, and the social sciences. Unlike other collections that focus on specialised research or introductory overviews, this Companion strikes a critical balance—offering a systematic, comprehensive, simple yet rigorous examination of digital ethics that is both conceptually rich and practically relevant. Each chapter can be read as part of the whole or independently. Throughout the book, the contributing authors equip the reader with diverse perspectives for navigating ethical dilemmas in the evolving digital landscape, with an essential list of references and further readings. Integrating real-world examples and case studies throughout, A Companion to Digital Ethics: Explores the ethical value and implications of digital technologies and their applications Offers clear and precise analysis of both current and potential ethical challenges Includes discussions of ethical issues in contexts of technology governance and digital law Helps professionals and policymakers implement ethical principles in AI and digital technologies Contains authoritative and cutting-edge chapters, edited by two leading experts in digital ethics Whether used in academic courses or professional discussions on responsible digital innovation, A Companion to Digital Ethics is an essential guide to understanding and addressing the ethical questions of the digital age. It is a must-have resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students in any academic discipline, as well as policymakers and practitioners seeking to implement ethical frameworks for emerging technologies.
Digital Twins and ESG
by Adesh Kumar Surajit Mondal Mudassir KhanDigital Twins and ESG provides essential insight on how integrating cutting-edge Digital Twin technology with ESG practices can transform the understanding of sustainability and propel businesses towards a more transparent, accountable, and responsible future. Digital Twins and ESG introduces the dynamic world of ESG practices, emphasizing the pivotal role technology plays in shaping and advancing sustainability goals. It introduces readers to the multifaceted world of Digital Twin technology, offering a comprehensive understanding of its historical development and diverse applications across industries. This volume will intricately examine the integration of Digital Twins in ESG metrics and reporting frameworks. Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain technologies are also discussed as key enablers for achieving ESG goals, providing readers with a glimpse into the potential advancements and breakthroughs that lie ahead. Through detailed analyses and case studies, readers will gain insights into how Digital Twins enhance data collection, monitoring, and reporting, elevating transparency and accountability. Digital Twins and ESG serves as a rallying call, urging businesses to embrace Digital Twins as an integral component of their ESG strategies, ultimately paving the way for a more sustainable and responsible future.
Metaverse for Sustainable Development: Trends and Applications
by Pethuru Raj Balamurugan Balusamy Rajesh Kumar Dhanaraj Vandana SharmaUnlock the future of technology and sustainable development by purchasing Metaverse for Sustainable Development: Trends and Applications, a comprehensive guide that delves into immersive application building, groundbreaking innovations, and the transformative potential of the metaverse across various industries. Metaverse for Sustainable Development: Trends and Applications explains the fine details of metaverse application building, demonstrating how integrated platforms in association with a suite of tools come in handy for enabling application construction. The metaverse is the next big thing influenced by virtual and augmented reality paradigms. This user experience will be more immersive and mesmerizing, empowering innovative, disruptive, and transformative technologies to create a spectacular platform for visualizing and realizing business-critical and people-centric metaverse systems. This book explores various metaverse models for healthcare information systems, including the latest technologies, such as the Brain-Computer Interface. Through real-world data and case studies, readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the metaverse’s potential for the Internet of Things, blockchain, artificial intelligence, 5G, and 3D modelling for creating and sustaining immersive virtual worlds. Metaverse for Sustainable Development: Trends and Applications is a vital resource for understanding the end-to-end implementation of metaverse technologies.
Understanding Food: Principles and Preparation
by Amy C. BrownBrown's UNDERSTANDING FOOD: PRINCIPLES AND PREPARATION, 7th Edition, has been a best-selling food fundamentals title for over 25 years. It takes the undergraduate student on a comprehensive journey through the science of food, covering the core content of three important fields -- nutrition science, food science and food service -- helping students to choose a career in the industry. Contemporary and comprehensive, the seventh edition discusses classification, composition, selection, purchasing and storage for a range of foods, and explores various aspects of food service, including food preparation, meal planning, equipment, food preservation and government regulations. This edition is available with an updated MindTap course, Cengage’s digital teaching and learning platform, that powers students from memorization to mastery.
Industrial Hand and Power Tools
by Jim JozwiakIndustrial Hand and Power Tools is a foundational, comprehensive text designed to help students identify, select, properly use, and care for the common hand and power tools used in industrial and manufacturing careers. The content focuses on tool care, storage, safety, tool physics, measurement, basic hand tools, fasteners, and power tools. Color photos and illustrations are featured throughout the text to make it easy for students to clearly identify the right tool for the job, and step-by-step instructions describe the proper use of many tools. Cautions and Safety Tips provide a strong emphasis on safety to protect workers and equipment, and Pro Tips offer advice and guidance that is especially applicable for on-the-job situations. The Hands-On Activities actively engage students as they put tools into practice in a classroom workshop and answer questions to reflect on their results.
Supersonic Effects on Rivets
by George Nadim Melhem Paul Richard Munroe Akshay VithalSupersonic Effects on Rivets introduces aerospace components, such as rivets, used in subsonic and supersonic/hypersonic aircraft. It investigates the various alloys used to manufacture rivets/fasteners and the heat treatment of those alloys.Providing background on commercial (subsonic and supersonic) and military (subsonic and supersonic/hypersonic) aircraft, the book discusses selecting materials, rivet arrangement, skin friction/drag effects, estimating temperature, thermal properties, and fatigue testing of aerospace rivets. It includes real-world case studies on aircraft failures due to incorrect design and failure mechanisms of aerospace rivets. Lessons learnt from the failures of the iconic Concorde, Space Shuttle Columbia, and American Airbus A300-600 Flight 587 are also deliberated upon. Laboratory research including future recommendations are presented.The book will be useful for military applications, commercial aircraft, practicing aerospace/ aeronautical engineers, materials scientists, metallurgical engineers, universities, colleges, higher education, schools and students.
Video Research in the Learning Sciences
by Brigid Barron Roy Pea Ricki Goldman Sharon J. DennyVideo Research in the Learning Sciences is a comprehensive exploration of key theoretical, methodological, and technological advances concerning uses of digital video-as-data in the learning sciences as a way of knowing about learning, teaching, and educational processes. The aim of the contributors, a community of scholars using video in their own work, is to help usher in video scholarship and supportive technologies, and to mentor video scholars, so that video research will meet its maximum potential to contribute to the growing knowledge base about teaching and learning.This volume contributes deeply to both to the science of learning through in-depth video studies of human interaction in learning environments—whether classrooms or other contexts—and to the uses of video for creating descriptive, explanatory, or expository accounts of learning and teaching. It is designed around four themes—each with a cornerstone chapter that introduces and synthesizes the cluster of chapters related to it: Theoretical frameworks for video research; Video research on peer, family, and informal learning; Video research on classroom and teacher learning; and Video collaboratories and technological futures. Video Research in the Learning Sciences is intended for researchers, university faculty, teacher educators, and graduate students in education, and for anyone interested in how knowledge is expanded using video-based technologies for inquiries about learning and teaching.Visit the Web site affiliated with this book: www.videoresearch.org
Fracture, Fatigue, Failure and Damage Evolution, Volume 8: Proceedings of the 2015 Annual Conference on Experimental and Applied Mechanics
by Alan T. Zehnder Allison M. Beese Shuman XiaFracture, Fatigue, Failure and Damage Evolution, Volume 8 represents the eighth of nine volumes of technical papers presented at the Society for Experimental Mechanics (SEM) 15th International Congress & Exposition on Experimental and Applied Mechanics, held at Costa Mesa, California, June 8-11, 2015. The full set of proceedings also includes volumes on: Dynamic Behavior of Materials, Challenges in Mechanics of Time Dependent Materials, Advancement of Optical Methods in Experimental Mechanics, Experimental and Applied Mechanics, 16th International Symposium on MEMS and Nanotechnology, International Symposium on the Mechanics of Composite and Multi-functional Materials, 5th International Symposium on the Mechanics of Biological Systems and Materials, International Symposium on the Mechanics of Composite and Multi-functional Materials; and Residual Stress, Thermomechanics & Infrared Imaging, Hybrid Techniques and Inverse Problems.
Production, Trade, and Connectivity in Pre-Roman Italy (Routledge Monographs in Classical Studies)
by Jeremy Armstrong Sheira CohenThis book explores the complex relationship between production, trade, and connectivity in pre-Roman Italy, confronting established ideas about the connections between people, objects, and ideas, and highlighting how social change and community formation are rooted in individual interactions.The volume engages with, and builds upon, recent paradigm shifts in the archaeology and history of the ancient Mediterranean which have centred the social and economic processes that produce communities. It utilises a series of case studies, encompassing the production, trade, and movement of objects and people, to explore new models for how production is organised and the recursive relationship which exists between the cultural and economic spheres of human society. The contributions address issues of agency and production at multiple scales of analysis, from larger theoretical discussions of trade and identity across different regions to context-specific explorations of production techniques and the distribution of material culture across the Italian peninsula.Production, Trade, and Connectivity in Pre-Roman Italy is intended for students and scholars interested in the archaeology and history of pre-Roman and early Republican Italy, but especially production, trade, community formation, and identity. Those interested in issues of cultural interaction and material change in the ancient Mediterranean world will find useful comparative examples and methodological approaches throughout.The Open Access version of this book, available at http://www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.
Engineering Materials, Structures, Systems and Methods for a More Sustainable Future
by Alphose ZingoniEngineering Materials, Structures, Systems and Methods for a More Sustainable Future comprises 275 papers that were presented at SEMC 2025, the Ninth International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation. This event, held in Cape Town (South Africa) from 1 to 3 September 2025, was attended by around 300 participants from 42 countries worldwide.The Proceedings are divided into 15 sections. The various topics may be grouped into five broad categories covering: (i) the mechanics of materials, solids and structures; (ii) numerical modelling, computational simulations and experimental testing; (iii) analysis, design and construction in the traditional engineering materials; (iv) innovative engineering materials, structures and methods; (v) maintenance, long-term performance, life-cycle considerations and sustainable construction. Engineering Materials, Structures, Systems and Methods for a More Sustainable Future will be of interest to civil, structural, mechanical, marine and aerospace engineers, as well as planners and architects. Two versions of the papers are available: full papers of length six pages are included in the e-book, while short papers of length two pages, intended to be concise but self-contained summaries of the full papers, are in the printed book.
New Scottish Houses: Contemporary architecture and living in the landscape
by Isabelle PriestNew Scottish Houses: Contemporary Architecture and Living in the Landscape brings together for the first time the best examples of contemporary rural houses in Scotland. Showcasing the new rural vernacular that has developed in Scotland over the past 20 years, it presents this rich seam of architecturally designed houses as a new, exciting and specific movement that aims to be distinctly Scottish.Exploring the fusion of modern design with Scotland's rugged natural beauty, each case study explores a curate collection of contemporary homes that push the boundaries of design - from remote highlands to coastal hideaways. These homes have established a new vernacular for the region inspired by historical blackhouses, and place the buildings within an older 'pre-English' tradition of long houses: revising these lost traditions as more authentically Scottish, and more closely tied to Scotland's landscape, geology and climate.Featuring striking photographs and insightful commentary, this beautiful book celebrates how architects and homeowners are creating spaces that are both sustainable and inspirational, reflecting the evolving identity of Scotland's built environment in the 21st century.Architects featured include: Mary Arnold Forster Paper Igloo Dualchas Brown and Brown Architects Denizen Works
Young Masculinities and Sexual Health in Southern Africa (Routledge Studies on Gender and Sexuality in Africa)
by Deevia Bhana Kaymarlin Govender Morten SkovdalThis book examines the complex relationships between young masculinities and sexual health within Southern Africa. It considers how socio-cultural and economic factors shape young men’s experiences of masculinity and the effects on relationship dynamics, gender norms and sexual health.Through thematic chapters covering love, pleasure, social norms, risk, and HIV, the book emphasises the global importance of engaging young men in fostering gender equity and promoting healthier sexual practices. Readers will benefit from a diverse range of methodologies and perspectives that highlight the plurality and fluidity of masculinities, challenging monolithic accounts of young men in the region whilst illustrating the global relevance of understanding local contexts in shaping masculinities. The book provides valuable insights for developing effective sexual health interventions that recognise and embrace 'other' masculinities. Sexual health approaches that resonate with the lived realities of young men can potentially enhance young men’s engagement and participation in promoting healthier relationships and practices.With important insights for theory, policy, and practice, this book will be of interest to researchers across the fields of critical masculinity studies, sexual and reproductive health, gender studies and African studies, as well as policymakers, development practitioners, and activists.
Hortus Vitae: Essays on the Gardening of Life
by Vernon LeeHortus Vitae: Essays on the Gardening of Life
El Cristiano como Ministro: Explora el significado del llamado de Dios al ministerio
by Abingdon PressGuía para explorar el ministerio en la Iglesia Metodista Unida.Para quienes buscan discernir el llamado de Dios al ministerio, El Cristiano como ministro sirve como guía fundamental. Este libro presenta el profundo significado de ese llamado, ofrece una visión del ministerio y describe las diversas oportunidades disponibles en la Iglesia Metodista Unida para vivirlo.Basado en una comprensión wesleyana del ministerio y liderazgo como, enfatiza una convicción esencial: que todos los cristianos son ministros en virtud de su bautismo. Ya sea que esté considerando el ministerio con licencia u ordenado, este recurso ofrece una introducción clara y completa a las diferentes vías de servicio dentro de la Iglesia Metodista Unida. Si busca claridad, orientación o simplemente un punto de partida en su camino de fe, El Cristiano como ministro es un compañero indispensable, una lectura obligatoria para quienes responden al llamado de Dios con propósito y devoción. Este recurso es de lectura obligatoria para quienes consideran la candidatura dentro de la Iglesia Metodista UnidaGuide to exploring ministry in The United Methodist Church.For those discerning God’s call to ministry, The Christian as Minister serves as a foundational guide. This book introduces the profound meaning of that call, provides a vision for ministry, and outlines the various opportunities available through The United Methodist Church to live it out.Grounded in a Wesleyan understanding of servant ministry and leadership, it emphasizes an essential belief—that all Christians are ministers by virtue of their baptism. Whether you're considering licensed or ordained ministry, this resource offers a clear and comprehensive introduction to the different pathways of service within The United Methodist Church.If you're seeking clarity, guidance, or simply a starting point on your faith-driven journey, The Christian as Minister is an indispensable companion, required reading for those answering God’s call with purpose and devotion.This resource is required reading for those considering candidacy within the United Methodist Church.
The Caribbean Novel since 1945: Cultural Practice, Form, and the Nation-State (Caribbean Studies Series)
by Michael NiblettThe Caribbean Novel since 1945 offers a comparative analysis of fiction from across the pan-Caribbean, exploring the relationship between literary form, cultural practice, and the nation-state. Engaging with the historical and political impact of capitalist imperialism, decolonization, class struggle, ethnic conflict, and gender relations, it considers the ways in which Caribbean authors have sought to rethink and re-narrate the traumatic past and often problematic “postcolonial” present of the region’s peoples. It pays particular attention to the role cultural practices such as stick fighting and Carnival, as well as religious rituals and beliefs like Vodou and Myal, have played in efforts to reshape the novel form. In so doing, it provides an original perspective on the importance of these practices, with their emphasis on bodily movement, to the development of new philosophies of history. Beginning in the post-WWII period, when optimism surrounding the possibility of social and political change was at a peak, The Caribbean Novel since 1945 interrogates the trajectories of various national projects through to the present. It explores how the textual histories of common motifs in Caribbean writing have functioned to encode the fluctuating fortunes of different political dispensations. The scope of the analysis is varied and comprehensive, covering both critically acclaimed and lesser-known authors from the Anglophone, Francophone, and Hispanophone traditions. These include Jacques Roumain, Sam Selvon, Marie Chauvet, Luis Rafael Sánchez, Earl Lovelace, Patrick Chamoiseau, Erna Brodber, Wilson Harris, Shani Mootoo, Oonya Kempadoo, Ernest Moutoussamy, and Pedro Juan Gutiérrez. Mixing detailed analysis of key texts with wider surveys of significant trends, this book emphasizes the continuing significance of representations of the nation-state to literary articulations of resistance to the imperialist logic of global capital.
The Souls of White Folk: African American Writers Theorize Whiteness (Margaret Walker Alexander Series in African American Studies)
by Veronica T. WatsonThe Souls of White Folk: African American Writers Theorize Whiteness is the first study to consider the substantial body of African American writing that critiques whiteness as social construction and racial identity. Arguing against the prevailing approach to these texts that says African American writers retreated from issues of “race” when they wrote about whiteness, Veronica T. Watson instead identifies this body of literature as an African American intellectual and literary tradition that she names “the literature of white estrangement.” In chapters that theorize white double consciousness (W. E. B. Du Bois and Charles W. Chesnutt), white womanhood and class identity (Zora Neale Hurston and Frank Yerby), and the socio-spatial subjectivity of southern whites during the civil rights era (Melba Patillo Beals), Watson explores the historically situated theories and analyses of whiteness provided by the literature of white estrangement from the late-nineteenth through the mid-twentieth centuries. She argues that these texts are best understood as part of a multipronged approach by African American writers to challenge and dismantle white supremacy in the United States and demonstrates that these texts have an important place in the growing field of critical whiteness studies.
Feminism, the Left, and Postwar Literary Culture
by Kathlene McDonaldThis book traces the development of a Left feminist consciousness as women became more actively involved in the American Left during and immediately following World War II. McDonald argues that women writers on the Left drew on the rhetoric of antifascism to critique the cultural and ideological aspects of women's oppression. In Left journals during World War II, women writers outlined the dangers of fascist control for women and argued that the fight against fascism must also be about ending women's oppression. After World War II, women writers continued to use this antifascist framework to call attention to the ways in which the emerging domestic ideology in the United States bore a frightening resemblance to the fascist repression of women in Nazi Germany. This critique of American domestic ideology emphasized the ways in which black and working-class women were particularly affected and extended to an examination of women's roles in personal and romantic relationships. Underlying this critique was the belief that representations of women in American culture were part of the problem. To counter these dominant cultural images, women writers on the Left depicted female activists in contemporary antifascist and anticolonial struggles or turned to the past, for historical role models in the labor, abolitionist, and antisuffrage movements. This depiction of women as models of agency and liberation challenged some of the conventions about femininity in the postwar era. The book provides a historical overview of women writers who anticipated issues about women's oppression and the intersections of gender, race, and class that would become central tenants of feminist literary criticism and black feminist criticism in the 1970s and 1980s. It closely considers works by writers both well-known and obscure, including Lorraine Hansberry, Alice Childress, Martha Dodd, Sanora Babb, and Beth McHenry.
W. E. B. Du Bois on Asia: Crossing the World Color Line
by Bill V. Mullen Cathryn WatsonAfter Japan's defeat of Russia in the 1904 territorial war, W. E. B. Du Bois declared, “The Color Line in civilization has been crossed in modern times as it was in the great past. The awakening of the yellow races is certain. That the awakening of the brown and black races will follow in time, no unprejudiced student of history can doubt.” Du Bois's lifelong certitude that Asia would play a central role in determining the fates of races, nations, and world systems of power has not until now been made fully available. W. E. B. Du Bois on Asia captures in unprecedented detail Du Bois's first-person experiences of and responses to Indian nationalism, the war between China and Japan, the life of Mahatma Gandhi, colonialism in Malaysia and Burma, and the promise of China's Communist Revolution. It also provides critical understanding of Du Bois's obsession with the eternal relationship between Asia and Africa dating from antiquity to the postcolonial era. The Du Bois of this collection emerges as a forerunner of post colonialist thought, a lifelong internationalist, and the most important African American reader of Asia's place in the making of the modern world.