During the past two decades, literary issues like multiculturalism, gender, borders and border crossing, and the development of personal, cultural, and alternative identities have become increasingly important.... more

The half-century between 1880 and 1930 saw rampant growth in many American cities and an equally rapid movement of women into the work force.... more

How and why you should take your children backpacking Despite America’s enthusiasm for outdoors activities like hiking and backpacking, most books on these subjects focus on adults.... more

The indigo skies and lush vegetation of the contemporary West Coast belie the damaged souls and desperate alienation that lurk behind fading stucco walls and off the endless highways.... more