February 9, 2024

15 Must-Read Books for Black History Month 2024

This month, we come together to celebrate the achievements of African Americans and to recognize their roles in shaping U.S. history and culture. This year, we invite you on a journey of discovery through these rich narratives and scholarly works....

December 19, 2019

Ten Books for People Who Love New York City

New York City is one of the world’s major cultural centers. It’s dense population and iconic sites, such as the Statue of Liberty and Central Park, are the perfect backdrop to its colorful history and people. This list of books—as...

February 14, 2019

Book Excerpt! Eric Walrond: A Life in the Harlem Renaissance and the Transatlantic Caribbean, by James Davis (introduction)

“A great read, even for readers who do not know about the Harlem Renaissance and Eric Walrond. The book tells a fascinating and moving story of a literary talent’s demise, or what it takes to nurture and support the literary...

February 13, 2019

James Davis on the History of the Blackface Performance

This week we’re celebrating Black History Month with this guest post by James Davis, author of Eric Walrond: A Life in the Harlem Renaissance and the Transatlantic Caribbean.  In this post, he discusses the blackface performance. Enter our drawing for a chance to...

November 14, 2018

#TurnItUp Neighborhoods: New York, Brooklyn, and Harlem’s People, Places, and History

Think university presses only publish monographs and textbooks? Think again. University presses can play a critical role in publishing books about the cities and regions in which we reside. In light of #TurnItUp Neighborhood, today’s post features excerpts from some...

February 18, 2015

Eric Walrond, Harlem Renaissance Forgotten Giant — James Davis

An article on and an upcoming event for “Eric Walrond: A Life in the Harlem Renaissance and the Transatlantic Caribbean,” by James Davis

January 27, 2015

New Book Tuesday: Eric Walrond, The Reagan Era, Spirals, Cold War Modernists, and More New Books!

New books this week include a biography of Harlem Renaissance writer Eric Walrond; A look back at the lows and highs of the Reagan era; and an elegant analysis of spirals in 20th century literature and art.