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Leaving Tangier

One of those must-read books.

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Lithuanian Mafia – Pictures

There are some pictures of Lithuanian mafia leaders, their homes, something from personal album and some photos of better members.

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All About My Mother: And Other Women

A look at the construction of femininity in Pedro Almodovar’s film All About My Mother (Todo Sobre Mi Madre).

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Pio (Baroja) Mio!

An assessment of the value and relevance today of the work of noted early 20th century Spanish author, Pio Baroja.

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Claiming Caribbean Culture: Exploring Nancy Morejon’s Poetry

The Loyalist population all but disappeared from the islands, while the slave culture stayed on and thrived. Why couldn’t the white settlers adapt to their new environment? What role do the white settlers of the Caribbean have in Caribbean culture and history? Morejon’s poetry promotes not just the power of a black woman, but the power of an entire culture.

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