Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
The Triangle factory fire The Triangle factory fire Victoria Sherrow Describes the 1911 fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist factory in New York, the conditions surrounding the disaster, and its effect on industrial safety after the event. OL15847269W
Daily Customs (Native Latin American Cultures) Daily Customs (Native Latin American Cultures) Victoria Sherrow Looks at the culture of the Latin American Indians and covers their literature, folklore, music, dance, arts and crafts and cooking. OL479739W
Image and substance Image and substance Victoria Sherrow Examines the critical role played by the print and broadcasting media in American politics; the history and impact of this relationship; and the use and abuse of the media in a democratic society. OL479763W
Encyclopedia of hair Encyclopedia of hair Victoria Sherrow This book examines the ways in which hair has been used to signify people's class, gender, ethnicity, authority, and power throughout history. Countless issues and examples are explored in this volum… OL479827W