Noir Affect proposes a new understanding of noir as defined by negative affect. This new understanding emphasizes that noir is, first and foremost, an affective disposition rather than a specific cycle of films or novels associated with a given time period or national tradition. Instead, the essays in Noir Affect trace noir’s negativity as it manifests in different national contexts from the United States to Mexico, France, and Japan and in a range of different media, inc...

Immerse yourself in the lyrical depths of "Short Poetry Collection 193 (Unabridged)," a timeless anthology featuring the evocative verses of William Butler Yeats, alongside a constellation of renowned poets. Within these pages, you'll encounter a symphony of emotions, profound insights, and the enduring power of the written word. From Yeats's haunting "The Second Coming" to the poignant sonnets of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, this collection offers a captivating journey through the human ex...