Books published by University of Illinois Press

Supplies English-language readers with a crucial missing link in Nietzsche's development by reproducing the text of a lecture series delivered by the young philosopher. This work is complete with Nietzsche's own sidenotes and philological citations, and is accompanied by a prologue, an introductory essay, commentary on the lectures, and more.

Traces Wong Kar-Wai's perennial themes of time, love, and loss, and examines the political implications of his films, especially concerning the handover of former British colony Hong Kong to the People's Republic of China. This book covers a range of Wong's work, from his first film, "As Tears Go By", to "2046".

Though they appear diverse, Homer's "Odyssey" and slam poetry from contemporary urban America both draw from the well of oral tradition. This guide explores the cultural contexts of verbal art to provide more-than-textual methods for understanding the structure, principles, and social applications of oral poetry.

If Elvis Presley was a white man who sang in a predominantly black style, Johnny Ace was a black man who sang in a predominantly white one. This title presents a treatment of this influential performer taking the reader to Beale Street in Memphis and to Houston's Fourth Ward, both vibrant black communities where the music never stopped.

Evaluates Ali's import outside the ring as cultural icon, antiwar protestor, and narcissist.

Using editorials, columns, advertisements, silent film, architecture, and photography, this title develops the theme of modern consciousness.

Contains images of music making during the Depression, captured with precision and purpose.