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This is the first book to take issue with the long-standing assumptions about alternative media and democratic communications and place them in a detailed cultural and historical context. Ranging from prophecy in sixteenth-century England to the self-managed projects of critical literacy and social change of today, it assesses the historical heritage, present conditions, and future possibilities of today's remade media landscape for democratic communications.
'The Age of Tennyson' by Hugh Walker is an examination of the literary period from 1830 to 1870. While this time is often referred to as the Tennysonian era, the book explains why it ended over twenty years before Tennyson's death. The volume highlights Tennyson, Browning, Arnold, and Ruskin as the survivors into a new period but includes sketches of their later works as well. The book's main focus is on the greater men of the era and their search for truth and understanding, as seen in science, psychology, and the development of clear and precise writing.
"The Days Before Yesterday" by Lord Frederick Hamilton is a fascinating memoir that offers a completely unique glimpse into the past due nineteenth and early 20th centuries. Written by means of a man who witnessed big historical events and social modifications, the book reflects on a bygone era with a mix of nostalgia and insight. Lord Hamilton, a British aristocrat, recounts his non-public reviews, offering readers a firsthand account of the demanding situations and triumphs of his time. The memoir covers a huge range of subjects, which include political landscapes, societal norms, and technological advancements. Lord Hamilton shares his observations on the evolving world around him, shooti...