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Social Life & Customs
 Websites presented in alphabetical order "People of a Thousand Towns": The Online Catalog of Photographs of Jewish Life in Prewar Eastern Europe 
 This collection of 17,000 photographs from the YIVO archives is a visual record of pre-World War II Jewish communities. In some cases, the pictures are all that remains. Online albums document holiday observance, Yiddish writers, immigration, women's roles, and formal studio portraits. Users must register to search the full catalog. http://yivo1000towns.cjh.org/ Topics: History, Holidays & Observances, Judaism, Photograph Collections: History, Society & Social Science Last updated Feb 5, 2003 The American Evolution: A History Through Art
Companion to a 2008 exhibition of "objects in a wide range of media dating from the colonial era to the present ... [that] focused on five overarching themes that have shaped American culture: Money, Land, Politics, Cultural Exchange, and The Modern World." Features introductory essays and selected images (some with audio commentary). "Press Resources" include a checklist, exhibition walk-through, and related material. From the Corcoran Gallery of Art. http://www.corcoran.org/americanevolution/introduction.htm Topics: Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Apr 29, 2009 American Photography: A Century of Images (PBS)
A history of U.S. society, culture, and politics as seen through photographers' eyes. Covers art, photography and war, digital truth, presidential imagemaking, persuasion, social change, and cultural identity, with demonstrations of methods of manipulating the ideas presented in a photograph. Also features a Dorothea Lange photo shoot. Transcripts of the public television program, a bibliography, and teacher's guides are available. http://www.pbs.org/ktca/americanphotography/ Topics: Activism, Photography, Society & Social Science, Technology, The United States Presidency, United States History Last updated Nov 18, 2008 The Beloit College Mindset List
An annual collection of "observations that help to identify the experiences that have shaped the lives--and formed the mindset--of students starting their post-secondary education this fall." It covers a range of popular culture topics, such as musicians, movies, advertising, politics, media, technology, and sports. Compiled by a professor and the director of public affairs at Beloit College. http://www.beloit.edu/mindset/ Topics: Society & Social Science Last updated Mar 1, 2009 Buckaroos in Paradise: Ranching Culture in Northern Nevada, 1945-1982
This site explores "the story of life and work on the Ninety-Six Ranch and of its cowboys." Contains audio; video; 2,400 photographs representing ranch life in Northern Nevada's Paradise Valley community (1870-1958); essays on the Buckaroo life and haying, irrigating, and branding; a history of the Ninety-Six Ranch; a bibliography; and a glossary. Searchable by keywords, and browsable by subject and topic. From the American Memory Project of the Library of Congress. http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/collections/buckaroos/ Topics: Communities & Groups, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science, Water Last updated Nov 25, 2008 California As I Saw It: First-Person Narratives of California's Early Years, 1849-1900
This site "consists of the full texts and illustrations of 190 works documenting the formative era of California's history through eyewitness accounts. The collection covers the dramatic decades between the Gold Rush and the turn of the twentieth century." Searchable and browsable. From the American Memory Project, Library of Congress. http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/cbhtml/ Topics: Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Jul 7, 2004 Chaucer Metapage
A directory of Internet sites devoted to British author Geoffrey Chaucer, his writings (particularly The Canterbury Tales ), and medieval life generally. http://www.unc.edu/depts/chaucer/ Topics: Authors by Region, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature by Place, Notable People, Poetry, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Oct 2, 2004 Civil War Life
"An online library of stories and articles about civilian life during the Civil War." Includes excerpts from the journal of Louisa May Alcott, letters, reproduced portions of a magazine for children, a poem by Clara Barton, a lesson in dancing the quadrille, and stories and songs (some audio files) of the Christian Commission, an important relief agency. http://www.edinborough.com/Learn/Civil_War_Life/Life.html Topics: Correspondence, Literary Movements and Periods, Nonfiction by Genre, Poetry, Society & Social Science, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Aug 2, 2006 Cultural Analysis: An Interdisciplinary Forum on Folklore and Popular Culture
"An interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to investigating expressive and everyday culture. The journal features analytical research articles, but also includes notes, reviews, and cross-disciplinary responses. Cultural Analysis is global in scope, with an international editorial board." Past articles include "An Entangled Object: The Picture Postcard as Souvenir and Collectible, Exchange and Ritual Communication," and "The Amazonian Ox Dance Festival: An Anthropological Account." Archive includes issues back to 2000. From the University of California, Berkeley. http://socrates.berkeley.edu/~caforum/ Topics: Communities & Groups, Society & Social Science Last updated Sep 18, 2006 Decades in 20th Century America
An American decades project is a perennial favorite of many high school history teachers. Librarians at the Alameda County (CA) Library put together this site with that assignment in mind. Students, or anyone else interested in American history and culture, will find a serviceable collection of print and online sources for each of the century's decades, as well as several that cover more than one decade. http://www.aclibrary.org/teens/default.asp?topic=Teens&cat=Decadesin20thCenturyAmerica Topics: Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Dec 19, 2008 The Diary of Samuel Pepys
A blog presenting "the diaries of Samuel Pepys, the renowned 17th century diarist who lived in London, England." Entry postings correspond to the dates in Pepys' diary; for example, the post for December 12, 1660, is presented on December 12, 2003. The site includes background information about the period and people, and entries are linked to a glossary of terms. Find RSS feeds for this site in the section "Other Formats." From a meticulous hobbyist. http://www.pepysdiary.com/ Topics: Authors by Region, Blogs & Podcasts by Subject, Nonfiction by Genre, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science, Writing Last updated Dec 5, 2006 The End of Life: Exploring Death in America
This National Public Radio (NPR) series from 1997-1998 explores a variety of aspects of death and dying in the United States. Topics include terminal illness, grief and bereavement, funeral homes, do-it-yourself and alternative funerals, reincarnation, and related subjects. Includes readings (poetry, essays, religious texts, images, and excerpts from novels, short stories, and plays) and a bibliography. http://www.npr.org/programs/death/ Topics: Death & Dying, Diseases & Conditions, Families, Literature: Fiction, Poetry, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Aug 17, 2005 EPYC: Educational Program on Yiddish Culture
A companion tool for an educational package that "aims to familiarize the student with the Yiddish Ashkenazi culture that flourished in East Europe in the last 500 years." Explore Eastern European Jewish history, occupations, youth culture, politics, food, Yiddish language and culture, music, and religious life, through portraits, maps, musical recordings, blueprints, essays, and slide shows. Visit Eastern European locations such as Odessa, Lublin, and Warsaw. From the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. http://epyc.yivo.org/home.php Topics: Judaism, Languages, Musical Genres, Recipes by Region, Recipes by Region: United States, Regions of the World, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Jan 18, 2005 European Year of Intercultural Dialogue 2008
The European Year of Intercultural Dialogue (EYID) 2008 "will encourage all those living in Europe to explore the benefits of our rich cultural heritage and opportunities to learn from different cultural traditions." Find listings of projects initiated for the year (in areas such as culture and the media, migration, and religion), project showcase, official documents, and more. Available in several European languages. From the European Commission of the European Union. http://www.interculturaldialogue2008.eu/ Topics: Society & Social Science Last updated Jan 4, 2008 The Finnish Sauna Society
History and information about the traditional Finnish sauna, including a recommended sauna procedure, the development of the Finnish sauna, and brief information about other types of sweat baths. Includes illustrations. In English and Finnish. The Finnish Sauna Society is "a cultural association founded in 1937 to foster the heritage of the national bath." http://www.sauna.fi/inenglish.html Topics: Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Apr 15, 2008 Florida Folklife from the WPA Collections 1937-1942
"A multiformat ethnographic field collection documenting African-American, Arabic, Bahamian, British-American, Cuban, Greek, Italian, Minorcan, Seminole, and Slavic cultures throughout Florida." Includes recordings of blues, work songs, children's songs, dance music, and religious music; interviews; an essay by ethnologist Zora Neale Hurston; a bibliography; and links. Searchable, and browsable by performer, audio title, manuscript title, and geographic location. From the American Memory Project of the Library of Congress. http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/collections/florida/ Topics: Black Resources, Correspondence, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Aug 12, 2008 Forbes.com Lists
This site provides a compilation of Forbes magazine's annual lists, such as the world's richest people, the most powerful women, largest companies, and the most expensive real estate. Browse lists by topics such as people, companies, education, health and style, technology and Internet, sports, places, and vehicles. From Forbes.com. http://www.forbes.com/lists/ Topics: Society & Social Science, Statistics Last updated Nov 8, 2006 Generation X Speaks Out on Civil Engagement and the Decennial Census: An Ethnographic Approach
This 2003 study provides information and data based on 2000 census questions related to civic involvement addressed to blacks, Afro-Caribbean immigrants from Haiti and Jamaica, American Indians, Southeast Asians, Hispanics, and non-Hispanic white Americans, all of whom were born between 1966 and 1980. Includes information about education, income, core values and issues, involvement in the community, and related matters. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/pred/www/rpts/Generation%20X%20Final%20Report.pdf Topics: Communities & Groups, Society & Social Science, Statistics Last updated Jan 4, 2006 The Gentleman's Page: A Practical Guide for the 19th Century American Man
A handy and enjoyable resource for the period from the Civil War to the turn of the century. There are photographs and excerpts from 19th century books of etiquette. There are three main sections: Behavior , Attire , and Resources , which offers a list of Web links. "It is intended to help costumers, theatrical performers, museum docents, reenactors and anyone with an interest in the life of 19th Century America." From the Lively Arts History Association. http://www.lahacal.org/gentleman/ Topics: History, People, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Feb 18, 2004 The Great Divide: How Westerners and Muslims View Each Other
This June 2006 public opinion survey "analyzes how people in predominantly Muslim countries and non-Muslim countries view each other," relations between the West and Muslims, and related topics such as Islamic fundamentalists, the rise of Islamic extremism, the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Osama bin Laden, and the controversy over cartoon depictions of Muhammad. Includes data and analysis and quotations from survey participants. From the Pew Global Attitudes Project, a project of the PewResearchCenter. http://pewglobal.org/reports/display.php?ReportID=253 Topics: Faiths, Society & Social Science, Statistics Last updated Jun 27, 2006 The Happiness Formula
Companion to a series of BBC programs that explores the causes of human happiness. Features video clips and stories on levels of happiness throughout our lives, and happiness and public policy, politics, diversity, the use of cyberspace, and more, Includes reader-supplied tips for happiness and a quiz that measures how happy you are. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/programmes/happiness_formula/default.stm Topics: Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Sep 8, 2009 HarpWeek
An assortment of articles, editorials, advertisements, cartoons, and other illustrations from the nineteenth century magazine "Harper's Weekly." http://www.harpweek.com/ Topics: Nonfiction by Genre, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Nov 9, 2003 Hidden Kitchens
Companion site to a National Public Radio (NPR) series that "explores the world of hidden kitchens: street-corner cooking, legendary meals and eating traditions ... how communities come together through food." Topics include NASCAR kitchens, the "Chili Queens of San Antonio," and the George Foreman grill. Provides recipes, sounds clips of music related to the meals, and related stories and links. http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=91851784 Topics: Recipes by Region: United States, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Aug 19, 2008 Hispano Music and Culture of the Northern Rio Grande: The Juan B. Rael Collection
"A multi-format ethnographic field collection documenting religious and secular music of Spanish-speaking residents of rural Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado," compiled by Juan Rael in 1940. Includes audio of alabados (hymns), folk drama, wedding songs, and dance tunes; and writings by Rael. Additionally, features essays (also available in Spanish) on Rael, the Nuevo Mexicanos of the Upper Rio Grande region, and Hispano Folk Theater in New Mexico. Searchable by bibliographic record and browsable by performer and audio title. From the American Memory Project of the Library of Congress. http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/rghtml/rghome.html Topics: Musical Genres, Society & Social Science Last updated Sep 1, 2009 Historical Perspective on a Traditional Mexican Wedding
An article on the marriage symbolism and rituals of Indian and Spanish Mexicans, with details of the contributions of Aztec and Hispanic culture to traditional Mexican Catholic weddings. Written as a college project by the founder of a Web site for Latino professionals. http://www.muybueno.net/articles/mexicanwedding.htm Topics: Families, Society & Social Science Last updated Jul 12, 2004 Inside Saudi Arabia
A series of stories from a 2002 special report from the St. Petersburg (Florida) Times on culture in Saudi Arabia. Covers topics such as travel, religion, and jobs. Features articles on anti-Western extremism, foreign workers, and gender segregation at the Kingdom Center shopping mall. Includes a photo gallery. http://www.sptimes.com/2002/webspecials02/saudiarabia/ Topics: Nonfiction by Genre, Photograph Collections, Society & Social Science Last updated Jun 16, 2004 It Seems Like Yesterday
An online quarterly magazine that "explores the reverberations of the post World War II population explosion in North America." Focused on the Boomers, categories are: Baby Boom Generation, the Atomic Age, the Youth Quake, and the Disco Years. There are also games, factoids, related Web links, and more. Choose the era you wish to explore, then the table of contents. Based on the PBS documentary show of the same name. http://www.itseemslikeyesterday.com/ Topics: Communities & Groups, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Jun 28, 2000 Jewish Life in the American West: Generation to Generation
This exhibit "explores the history and adventure of Jews in the American West from early exploration along the Santa Fe Trail in the 1820s through decades of immigration and settlement in Western cities and towns." This site also includes a dreidel game, brief biographies of prominent western Jews, classroom activities, and other educational resources. From the Autry Museum of Western Heritage. http://www.autrynationalcenter.org/jewish_life/ Topics: Emigration & Immigration, History, Judaism, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Nov 10, 2009 Life in Elizabethan England: A Compendium of Common Knowledge, 1558-1603
Information about Elizabethan England from a living history perspective. This "is not a series of essays or articles, but rather bites of Elizabethan life. ... It is primarily social history, not political or military." Includes information about games, food, money, religion, fashion, education, and more. Also includes links to related sites. From a performer at Renaissance fairs. http://elizabethan.org/compendium/home.html Topics: History By Place, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Jun 28, 2008 Life: The Anti-Prom
This satirical site from an anonymous hobbyist pokes fun at the idea that attending a high school prom is dangerous. Topics include potential hazards for those attending proms ("extroversion, impaired judgment, euphoria, increased heart rate" and "sweaty palms"), signs and symptoms of prom attendance (such as hidden dresses), and tips for parents. Note: not surprisingly, the White House agency listed in the "About" page does not exist. http://www.theantiprom.com Topics: Communities & Groups, Humor, Society & Social Science Last updated Apr 6, 2006 Mass-Observation: Publications
Online publications from the archive for Mass-Observation, a social research organization that studied "the everyday lives of ordinary people in Britain" originally from 1937 until the early 1950s. Includes an introduction to the Mass-Observation diaries (with biographies of some of the diarists), and booklets from the revived Mass-Observation project (initiated by the project's archive in 1981) on topics such as the Falkland Islands crisis and AIDS. From the University of Sussex Library. http://www.massobs.org.uk/menu_publications.htm Topics: History By Place, Society & Social Science Last updated May 6, 2007 National Conference of State Societies
Website for this umbrella organization for individual state societies in Washington, D.C. Features history of the state societies, information about the Cherry Blossom Princess Program, and material about inaugural balls, luncheons, parties, and receptions. "Members of nonpartisan state societies have been hosting Inaugural events for the folks from back home since 1861." Provides links to individual societies. http://ncss.typepad.com/ Topics: Society & Social Science Last updated Dec 15, 2008 National Forum on People's Differences
Post or answer questions about different cultures or peoples. "Designed to give you a way to ask people from other ethnic or cultural backgrounds the questions you've always been too embarrassed or uncomfortable to ask." Questions and their answers are archived back to 1999. Also known as the Y? forum, this site is maintained and moderated by a diversity trainer. http://yforum.com/ Topics: Society & Social Science Last updated May 26, 2008 National Story Project with Paul Auster
The monthly broadcast of the National Story Project was born when writer Paul Auster returned to National Public Radio's Weekend All Things Considered to focus on telling not just his own stories, but also those of listeners. Read or listen to stories that have aired since November 1999. Stories may be submitted to the Project by post or by e-mail. http://www.npr.org/programs/watc/features/1999/991002.storyproject.html Topics: History, Nonfiction by Genre, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Nov 10, 2004 NPR Replay: The Prom
Collection of radio stories about the modern high school prom. Topics range from "bidding for a date online to building your own tux -- out of tape." From National Public Radio (NPR). The website splash page features "misty watercolored memories" of NPR personalities in prom garb. http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4646126 Topics: Communities & Groups, Society & Social Science Last updated Apr 6, 2006 NPR: The Long View
Audio of radio programs from "an occasional series of 'Morning Edition' conversations with people of significant experience, people who can both reflect on the past and look ahead to the future." Features individuals such as John Wooden (on college basketball's lost beauty), Stan Lee (on realism in the world of comic heroes), P.D. James (on the mystery novel's changing form), and Kurt Vonnegut (on modern society). From National Public Radio (NPR). http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5070722 Topics: Society & Social Science Last updated Apr 19, 2007 Ocean View: The Depiction of Southern California Coastal Lifestyle
Works from nearly 30 photographers illustrate essays discussing beach party movies, surfing, lifeguards, and swimsuits. These essays make up "a study of coastal lifestyle as an extension of the greater Sunshine State mythology that has drawn industry, wealth and population to California since the turn of the [20th] century." Browsable. From the California Museum of Photography, University of California, Riverside. http://www.cmp.ucr.edu/exhibitions/ocean-view/ Topics: Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Society & Social Science, Water Last updated Mar 30, 2006 Okinawan Cuisine
Offers history and philosophy of the Ryukyu cuisine of Okinawa, the Japanese prefecture known for having a high proportion of centenarians. Discusses court and household cuisine, the influence of American cooking, Buddhism and meat-eating, healthy food, and related topics. Recipes only available in the Japanese version, but English version includes profiles and photos of typical dishes and ingredients. From the Okinawa Prefectural Government. http://www.wonder-okinawa.jp/026/e/ Topics: Photograph Collections: Regional, Recipes by Region, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Apr 7, 2004 Online Readings in Psychology and Culture
This online textbook "is designed to be used by professors to supplement lectures and textbooks in any psychology course, or as the primary readings for courses in psychology and culture." Topics include measuring intelligence and abilities across cultures, acculturation and adapting to other cultures, cultural perspectives on death, social psychology, and culture and mental illness. From the Center for Cross-Cultural Research, Western Washington University. http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~culture/readings.htm Topics: Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated May 27, 2008 Passport to the Pub: A Guide to British Pub Etiquette
Light-hearted information for tourists about the unspoken rules that apply when visiting a pub (short for "public house") in Britain. Topics covered include the basics (such as the "pantomime ritual ... [to] attract the attention of the bar staff without making any noise or resorting to the vulgarity of too-obvious gesticulation"), choosing a pub, pub talk, and pub games. From the Social Issues Research Centre, Oxford, England. http://www.sirc.org/publik/pub.html Topics: Beverages, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science, Travel Last updated Mar 8, 2005 Prom Season: What LGBTQ Youth Need to Know
Questions and answers about rights at high school proms for "lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) students." Topics include taking same-sex dates, dress codes, and dancing together. From the Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund. http://www.lambdalegal.org/our-work/publications/facts-backgrounds/prom-season-what-lgbtq-youth-need-to-know.html Topics: Communities & Groups, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Society & Social Science Last updated Jul 7, 2009 PromSpot: Just for Parents
Tips for parents whose high school students will be attending proms. Topics include "10 Thing You Need to Know" (such as cost, attire, and the after-prom party), how to deal with some difficult situations (such as how to keep students from drinking), and "7 Rules for Chaperoning Prom" (such as "nix the nicknames" and "leave your dancing shoes at home"). From a site that sells prom dresses. http://www.promspot.com/ps_parents.shtml Topics: Communities & Groups, Families, Society & Social Science Last updated Apr 5, 2006 Rites of Passage in America
Companion to a 1992-1995 traveling exhibition organized by the Balch Institute for Ethnic Studies on ways that Americans mark life transitions. Includes general essays, and case studies on rites of passage such as the Latin American quinceañera and Day of the Dead, edin toa (Akan baby-naming ceremony), the African American unyago, Chinese birth traditions, and more. Includes images and a brief bibliography. From the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. http://www2.hsp.org/exhibits/Balch%20exhibits/rites/rites.html Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Social Science, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Aug 30, 2005 Sanfermin.com
Official site for the San Fermin fiesta in Pamplona, Spain, which is held each July and which features the "Running of the Bulls" event. The site provides an overview of the bull-running, a map, and photos, as well as information about other fiesta events and tourist information. In English, Spanish, and the Basque language. http://www.sanfermin.com/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional, Recreation, Society & Social Science, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Jul 11, 2007 Sears Archives
This site provides "more than 100 years of stories, product and brand histories, photographs, catalog images," and other materials about Sears, Roebuck and Co. Features chronologies and a narrative history from 1886 to the present, fast facts, questions and answers, and details about the Sears homes, catalogs, and stores. From Sears, Roebuck and Co. http://www.searsarchives.com Topics: Business, Libraries & Archives by Type, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated May 27, 2005 The Smart Set
This is "an online magazine covering culture and ideas, arts and sciences, global and national affairs -- everything from literature to shopping, medicine to food, philosophy to sports." Find columns, essays, memoirs, photography, and more, updated daily on weekdays. The Smart Set is "an independent magazine, generously supported by Drexel University." http://www.thesmartset.com/ Topics: Magazines, Society & Social Science Last updated Apr 20, 2009 Smithsonian Folklife Festival
Information about this annual Smithsonian Institution festival "asserting the ability of people to converse with and understand each other." The festival typically includes "programs of music, song, dance, celebratory performance, crafts and cooking demonstrations, storytelling, illustrations of workers' culture, and narrative sessions for discussing cultural issues." Features descriptions of programs at the current year's festival, and archives of festivals back to 1997. From the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. http://www.folklife.si.edu/center/festival.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Recreation, Society & Social Science, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment, United States History Last updated Jun 29, 2005 Suburbia: Photographs by Bill Owens
Images from "Suburbia" (1973), Bill Owens' "classic photographic description of the American suburban dream" (taken in Livermore, California, over the course of a year in the early 1970s). Includes essay. From the California Museum of Photography, University of California, Riverside. http://www.cmp.ucr.edu/exhibitions/suburbia/home.html Topics: Notable People: Arts & Humanities, Photography, Society & Social Science, United States History Last updated Jun 12, 2006 Tending the Commons: Folklife and Landscape in Southern West Virginia
A collection of materials documenting "traditional uses of the mountains in Southern West Virginia's Big Coal River Valley. [These mountains] have supported a way of life that for many generations has entailed hunting, gathering, and subsistence gardening, as well as coal mining and timbering." Features manuscripts, sound recordings, photographs, maps, and other materials. Includes background essays. From the American Memory Project of the Library of Congress. http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/collections/tending/ Topics: Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Society & Social Science Last updated May 7, 2006 This American Life
The site for this wide-ranging documentary series which airs weekly on public radio. Search and browse for earlier shows, view staff favorites and suggestions for educators, or use a program locator to find out where you can hear the show. Produced by Public Radio International for WBEZ Chicago. http://www.thislife.org/ Topics: Media, Media, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment, United States History Last updated Sep 10, 2003 Trends in Japan
This site introduces "the latest developments in Japanese business, entertainment, fashion, science, society, sports, and more through short, engaging dispatches." Diverse topics include free newspapers, sweets made to look like hamburgers and other fast food, bottled tap water, the return of platform shoes, and shiny mud balls. Includes articles back to the mid-1990s. "Part of Web Japan, which is sponsored by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)." http://web-japan.org/trends/ Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Society & Social Science Last updated Jan 25, 2006 Victorian Dictionary
This dictionary paints the social history of nineteenth century Victorian London. Words are placed into forty categories (including historical maps) and are then defined through historical extracts, anecdotes, articles, and manuscripts. Additionally, there is a source bibliography of journals, books, and pamphlets, some provided in full text. Searchable. http://www.victorianlondon.org/ Topics: History By Place, Nonfiction by Genre, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Mar 14, 2005 The World's Best Prom
Companion to a 2006 documentary about the annual high school "prom mania" in Racine, Wisconsin. "The city's extravagant celebration begins with a rowdy parade where students compete for the most outrageous form of transportation ... even riding elephant-back through the city streets." The site features video clips (such as of Susan Sarandon and other celebrities sharing prom stories and historical material from the 1950s), photos, and more. http://www.worldsbestprom.com Topics: Communities & Groups, Society & Social Science Last updated Apr 5, 2006 |
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