{"title":"Allyson Nadia Field","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of \u003cem\u003eAllyson Nadia Field\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author and scholar whose contributions to the fields of arts and culture are both profound and enlightening. With a keen interest in exploring the narratives and histories embedded within cultural expressions, Field's writings delve into the intricate tapestry of human experience through the lens of arts and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eActs of Love\u003c\/em\u003e, is a testament to her ability to intertwine compelling storytelling with insightful commentary on society. This work invites readers into a world where the complexity of love and human connection is examined with both sensitivity and depth, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the arts and cultural studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAllyson Nadia Field's books serve as a bridge between cultural history and contemporary dialogues, offering readers a rich exploration of the themes that shape our world today. Her works are ideal for individuals who seek to deepen their understanding of cultural dynamics through the power of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"acts-of-love-by-allyson-nadia-field-9780520392939","title":"Acts of Love","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe rediscovery of the first film to depict African American affection revises the history of American cinema.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1898, vaudeville actors Saint Suttle and Gertie Brown joyously embraced in a short silent film titled \u003cem\u003eSomething Good—Negro Kiss\u003c\/em\u003e. The first known film to portray African American affection, it was lost for over a century until its rediscovery inspired contemporary audiences with a powerful and enduring depiction of Black love. More than a missing piece in an untold history of Black cinematic performance, \u003cem\u003eSomething Good\u003c\/em\u003e—and the magnetism of Suttle and Brown—attests to the power of Black performance on stage and screen from the nineteenth century to today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eActs of Love\u003c\/em\u003e, Allyson Nadia Field tells the story of \u003cem\u003eSomething Good\u003c\/em\u003e and recovers the forgotten yet fascinating lives of its performers and their world. Drawing a vivid picture from sparse historical records, \u003cem\u003eActs of Love\u003c\/em\u003e examines popular culture's negotiation of blackness to reconsider the intersections of minstrelsy, vaudeville, and cinema in ragtime America. This book not only presents the story of \u003cem\u003eSomething Good\u003c\/em\u003e, its performers, and the drama of its rediscovery; it shows how the rediscovery of this short early film changes our understanding of American film history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306884808940,"sku":"9780520392939","price":56.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7149723482373.jpg?v=1771065023"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/allyson-nadia-field.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}