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Regendering the School Story
First published in 1996. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Household Gods
At what point did the British develop their mania for interiors, wallpaper, furniture, and decoration? Richly illustrated, 'Household Gods' chronicles 100 years of British interiors, focusing on class, choice, shopping and possessions.
From Brown to Bunter
Originally published in 1985. This is a fascinating account of the life cycle of a minor literary genre, the boys’ school story. It discusses early nineteenth-century precursors of the school story – didactic works with such revealing titles as The Parents’ Assistant – and goes on to examine in detail the two major examples of the genre - Hughes’s Tom Brown’s School Days and Farrar’s Eric. The slow development of the genre during the 1860s and 1870s is traced, and its institutionalisation by Talbot Baines Reed in, for example, The Fifth Form at St Dominic’s, is described. Many similar works were subsequently published for adults and adolescents, and the author shows how they differ from the originals in being critical in tone and written to a formula in plot and style. This development is discussed in relation to the changing social structure of Britain up to 1945, by which time to life of the genre was almost ended.
Alexander Paterson: Prison Reformer
The first biography of the prison reformer Alexander Paterson (1884-1947). Sir Alexander Paterson (1884-1947) is best remembered for his role as Commissioner of Prisons and as the individual responsible for some of the greatest British innovations in the field of penal practice. All major prison reforms of his day can be associated with his name. One of the key characteristics of Paterson's reform drive was that he brought a much more 'scientific' approach to penology, encouraging psychiatrists and psychologists to work in prison. He was the prime mover behind the rapid expansion and transformation of the Borstal System and the introduction of open prisons, gaining Britain an international r...
The history of silhouettes
In "The History of Silhouettes," Emily Jackson presents a meticulous exploration of the art of silhouette-making, tracing its significance from its inception in the 18th century to contemporary applications. This scholarly work deftly interweaves visual analysis with cultural commentary, utilizing a blend of historical narrative and critical theory. Jackson'Äôs engaging prose and careful attention to detail illuminate the social, political, and aesthetic dimensions of silhouettes, situating them within larger artistic movements and societal shifts. Through vivid descriptions and a wealth of illustration, the book encapsulates the delicate interplay between art and identity. Emily Jackson, ...
