An extensive pictorial history of the official and unofficial camouflage paint schemes used by the Royal Navy and Commonwealth ships during World War II.During the Second World War navies developed low visibility camouflage for their ships, on both the vertical and horizontal surfaces, in order reduce visibility by blending in with the sea, or confuse the identity of a ship by applying more obtrusive patters. In this now classic work by maritime artist Mal Wright bo...

During the Second World War navies developed low visibility camouflage for their ships, on both vertical and horizontal surfaces, in order reduce visibility by blending in with the sea, or confuse the identity of a ship by applying more obtrusive patters. In this the second volume by maritime artist Mal Wright, both the official and unofficial paint schemes that adorned the cruisers of the Royal Navy and Commonwealth are depicted in detail, along with discussions on changes of armament and...

During the Second World War navies developed low visibility camouflage for their ships, on both the vertical and horizontal surfaces, in order reduce visibility by blending in with the sea, or confuse the identity of a ship by applying more obtrusive patters. In this the second volume by maritime artist Mal Wright, both the official and unofficial paint schemes that adorned the capital ships of the Royal Navy and Commonwealth are depicted in detail, along with discussions on changes of arm...

A special 75th anniversary edition of Richard Wright's powerful and unforgettable memoir, with a new foreword by John Edgar Wideman and an afterword by Malcolm Wright, the author’s grandson.When it exploded onto the literary scene in 1945, Black Boy was both praised and condemned. Orville Prescott of the New York Times wrote that “if enough such books are written, if enough millions of people read them maybe, someday, in the fullness of time, ther...

‘A serious, thoughtful consumer behaviour text that focuses on substance rather than what′s fashionable in academic circles.’Professor Byron Sharp, Ehrenberg-Bass Institute, University of South Australia‘A thought-provoking text that challenges readers to consider consumer behaviour in new and refreshing ways and reflect on routine behaviours that occupy so much of daily life – buying brands, patronising stores, watching adverts, making recommendations.’P...

An Introduction to Forensic Linguistics: Language in Evidence has established itself as the essential textbook written by leading authorities in this expanding field. The second edition of this bestselling textbook begins with a new introduction and continues in two parts.Part One deals with the language of the legal process, and begins with a substantial new chapter exploring key theoretical and methodological approaches. In four updated chapters it goes on to cover the language o...

In "God and the Groceryman," Harold Bell Wright weaves a compelling narrative that intersects faith and everyday life, employing an accessible literary style that combines the simplicity of folk prose with deep thematic exploration. Set against the backdrop of a small-town grocery store, the book illuminates the lives of its characters as they grapple with moral dilemmas and spiritual questions, revealing the interconnectedness of commerce, community, and divine presence. Wright's context ...

A Son of His Father is a study of moral inheritance: a young man strives to prove worthy of a legacy as work, romance, and public reputation collide. Wright situates the story on the western ranges and in boom‑time towns, blending frontier enterprise with domestic stakes. The style is plainspoken and hortatory, favoring ethical confrontations over spectacle, yet paced with adventure. Within early twentieth‑century popular fiction, it stands between Zane Grey's outdoor Western and the busin...

In "A Son of His Father," Harold Bell Wright crafts a poignant narrative that delves into themes of identity, familial duty, and personal redemption. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century American West, the novel marries vivid descriptive prose with a rich, character-driven plot. Wright's literary style embodies the optimism and challenges of frontier life, reflecting the cultural transitions of the time. The book serves as both a coming-of-age story and a meditation on the pr...

This anthology of hard-to-find primary documents provides a solid overview of the foundations of American media studies. Focusing on mass communication and society and how this research fits into larger patterns of social thought, this valuable collection features key texts covering the media studies traditions of the Chicago school, the effects tradition, the critical theory of the Frankfurt school, and mass society theory. Where possible, articles are reproduced in their entirety to pres...

In "The Mine with the Iron Door," Harold Bell Wright weaves a rich tapestry of adventure and morality set against the rugged backdrop of a mining community in the American West. The novel is marked by a lyrical prose style that captures the harsh realities and breathtaking beauty of nature, combining both vivid descriptions and profound insights into human character and social dynamics. Wright deftly explores themes of greed, faith, and redemption, culminating in a narrative that resonates...

Winner of an Abraham Lincoln Institute Book AwardThough not blind to Abraham Lincoln's imperfections, Black Americans long ago laid a heartfelt claim to his legacy. At the same time, they have consciously reshaped the sixteenth president's image for their own social and political ends. Frederick Hord and Matthew D. Norman's anthology explores the complex nature of views on Lincoln through the writings and thought of Frederick Douglass, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, Mary Mc...