In film; Men are good and Monsters are bad. In this book; Combe and Boyle consider the monstrous body as a metaphor for the cultural body and regard gendered behavior as a matter of performativity. Taken together; these two identity positions; manliness and monsterliness; offer a window into the workings of current American society.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. R BlankenshipBy R. J. BlankenshipI found the T. W. Lawson in a small bookstore while visiting Boston last fall. Unfortunately; I did not have a chance to read the book until January 2008. I wish I read it sooner. Having lived in Atlanta the majority of my adult life; I dont have a deep knowledge or understanding of the seas or sailing; but I do have familiarity with T. W. Lawson as the "Copper King"; and I have a keen interest in understanding other aspects of his life. I found the story on T. W. Lawson and his ship quite remarkable; particularly the way in which this colossal maritime event impacted both sides of the ocean. The book held my interest; moves at a good pace; and tells a curious; spirited story. It also contains many fascinating and seemingly rare photographs.First time author; Thomas Hall; clearly puts his passion for this ship and the many lives affected by the wreck on display in his book. His research appears thorough and accurate as evidenced by the numerous interviews he conducted and his many visits to the Isles of Scilly. Mr. Hall; a native of Scituate; Massachusetts; lives in a home that once composed a portion of the Lawson Estate and his commitment to an accurate account of the ship; the wreck; and Mr. Lawson and the lives they touched appears evident.Last month; on a whim; I placed a call to Mr. Hall to discuss the book and his research methods. I found Mr. Hall charming and entertaining; and exhibiting a depth of understanding of the topic that could fill several volumes. Those of us who find these out of the ordinary stories of great interest would delight if Mr. Hall continued to express his passion for the T. W. Lawson by writing and publishing a second book. I strongly recommend this book to all readers who may or may not possess knowledge of sailing and the seas; but who enjoy a well written; factual account of an esoteric event in the history of shipping.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Along For the RideBy M. RauchGrowing up in Scituate; Massachusetts; I was delighted to find this book and read the account of the T.W.Lawson. Everyone in Scituate is familiar with the Lawson Tower and Dreamwold; Mr. Lawsons former estate. Few of us know the full story of this seven masted schooner. Mr. Hall has indeed travelled extensively doing unlimited research; from many interviews and primary sources to the descriptions of numerous dives on the wreck itself. The plentiful pictures are extraordinary; and demonstrates the extent that Hall went to as he translates his passion for the subject into a special book. As the Lawson sailed across the Atlantic; I felt as if I were along for the ride; even to the dramatic and tragic end at the Isles of Scilly.His detailed passionate narrative and the description of the many trips to the Isles of Scilly brings this story to life. With the publication of this book; he has created a special bond between the town folk of Scituate and the residents of the Isle of Scilly.This books takes its rightful permanent place in my library.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Awesome LawsonBy Adam W. MintonThis was a terrific book. Very thorough and accurate research demonstrated throughout the book. The author shows a real enthusiasm for the subject. Its obviously a passion of his. The pictures are great; and the story is complete.Adam Minton
