Carnival and Power: Play and Politics in a Crown Colony

Author:   Vicki Ann Cremona
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2018
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9783319889757


Pages:   304
Publication Date:   06 June 2019
Format:   Paperback
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Carnival and Power: Play and Politics in a Crown Colony


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This book shows how Carnival under British colonial rule became a locus of resistance as well as an exercise and affirmation of power. Carnival is both a space of theatricality and a site of politics, where the playful, participatory aspects are appropriated by countervailing forces seeking to influence, control, channel or redirect power. Focusing specifically on the Maltese islands, a tiny European archipelago situated at the heart of the Mediterranean, this work links the contrast between play and power to other Carnival realities across the world. It examines the question of power and identity in relation to different social classes and environments of Carnival play, from streets to ballrooms. It looks at satire and censorship, unbridled gaiety and controlled celebration. It describes the ways Carnival was appropriated as a power channel both by the British and their Maltese subjects, and ultimately how it was manipulated in the struggle for Malta’s independence.

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Author:   Vicki Ann Cremona
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2018
Weight:   0.454kg
ISBN:  

9783319889757


ISBN 10:   3319889753
Pages:   304
Publication Date:   06 June 2019
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

1. Perceptions of Colony and Carnival.2. Power and its Historical Framework.-3. Social Difference and Street Dynamics.4. Fancy Dress, Rank and Dignity: Power and Play in Carnival Balls.5. ‘The sweet satires that prick where it is needed….’: The Caricature of Power.6. Raising the Levels of Street Carnivals – Competitions and Prizes.7. Carnival or Carnivals? Political Wrangles Between State, Church and Party.8. Politics vs Religion and State – Beyond Carnival and the Carnivalesque.9. Carnival as a Transnational Cultural Phenomenon.

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"""A treasury of ingenious takes on New England and American classics. . . . Gorgeous, flavorful dishes. . . . Jennings's exciting recipes will inspire readers to get more creative with their cooking."" --Library Journal, starred review ""[One of] the 7 Most Anticipated Cookbooks of Fall 2017."" --Publishers Weekly ""Spills and stains are to be expected on this lushly photographed compendium of New England(-ish) food, its pages shot through with clever ideas absorbed during [Jennings's] culinary coming-of-age by way of Italy and California."" --Food & Wine ""Never has there been a better time for New England cuisine, and anyone who's dined at the award-winning Townsman in Boston knows that Jennings is to thank. [Homegrown shows you how to] recreate his twists on centuries-old classics by using seaweed to boost the brininess of clam chowder or adding Yankee flair to carbonara via razor clams and salt pork."" --Tasting Table ""This book echoes the simplicity and delight of mealtime with Matt's wife and their boys rather than the foods that require a restaurant kitchen and larder. Homegrown will make your kitchen a better place to cook in and a better place to eat in and will supply you with a lifetime of great recipes that your family will love."" --Andrew Zimmern, from the foreword ""Matt's book tells us a compelling personal story about the place that defines him. His respect for these ingredients and his delicious recipes will forever transform your understanding of New England flavors."" --Sean Brock, chef and author, Heritage ""I've always known Matt Jennings to have a contagious pride for northeastern cuisine, and it's delightful to see how he shares that with the world of both home and professional cooks here in Homegrown. Matt's simple, approachable, and delicious recipes drive me right to the store and back to the kitchen to sate my appetite for Yankee cooking with a serious reboot. Matt finds the perfect balance between honoring the region's influential landscape and rich history while also providing a fresh twist on classic New England dishes, including influences from his wide travels and infinite repertoire. This book makes me crazy with hunger for a visit to Matt's table in Beantown."" --Mario Batali, chef, author, philanthropist ""The recipes Matt gives us in Homegrown honor not only the food of his heritage but also the food of his heart. As a dad, Matt realizes that what we cook at home must be both simple to make and worth the effort. These dishes will soon become favorites in your house, too."" --Tyler Florence, chef, author, restaurateur ""A great debut for Matt Jennings! His New England background and his love for food make this a great read as well as an amazing reference for anyone looking to amp up their kitchens. The recipes are simple enough for a home cook to follow with professional results."" --April Bloomfield, chef and author, A Girl and Her Pig and A Girl and Her Greens ""With a title like Homegrown, who could resist? This book is an inspired compilation of the food Matt Jennings has grown up with. From his soul to your table, these dishes will take you right to New England and all the delectable seasonal provisions it offers."" --Daniel Boulud, chef/owner, The Dinex Group ""This is new, quintessential New England cuisine brought to you in a book full of insight and delicious, smart food."" --David McMillan, chef and author, The Art of Living According to Joe Beef ""This book echoes the simplicity and delight of mealtime with Matt's wife and their boys rather than the foods that require a restaurant kitchen and larder. Homegrown will make your kitchen a better place to cook in and a better place to eat in and will supply you with a lifetime of great recipes that your family will love."" --Andrew Zimmern, from the foreword ""Matt's book tells us a compelling personal story about the place that defines him. His respect for these ingredients and his delicious recipes will forever transform your understanding of New England flavors."" --Sean Brock, chef and author, Heritage ""I've always known Matt Jennings to have a contagious pride for northeastern cuisine, and it's delightful to see how he shares that with the world of both home and professional cooks here in Homegrown. Matt's simple, approachable, and delicious recipes drive me right to the store and back to the kitchen to sate my appetite for Yankee cooking with a serious reboot. Matt finds the perfect balance between honoring the region's influential landscape and rich history while also providing a fresh twist on classic New England dishes, including influences from his wide travels and infinite repertoire. This book makes me crazy with hunger for a visit to Matt's table in Beantown."" --Mario Batali, chef, author, philanthropist ""The recipes Matt gives us in Homegrown honor not only the food of his heritage but also the food of his heart. As a dad, Matt realizes that what we cook at home must be both simple to make and worth the effort. These dishes will soon become favorites in your house, too."" --Tyler Florence, chef, author, restaurateur ""A great debut for Matt Jennings! His New England background and his love for food make this a great read as well as an amazing reference for anyone looking to amp up their kitchens. The recipes are simple enough for a home cook to follow with professional results."" --April Bloomfield, chef and author, A Girl and Her Pig and A Girl and Her Greens ""With a title like Homegrown, who could resist? This book is an inspired compilation of the food Matt Jennings has grown up with. From his soul to your table, these dishes will take you right to New England and all the delectable seasonal provisions it offers."" --Daniel Boulud, chef/owner, The Dinex Group ""This is new, quintessential New England cuisine brought to you in a book full of insight and delicious, smart food."" --David McMillan, chef and author, The Art of Living According to Joe Beef ""I've always known Matt Jennings to have a contagious pride for northeastern cuisine, and it's delightful to see how he shares that with the world of both home and professional cooks here in Homegrown. Matt's simple, approachable, and delicious recipes drive me right to the store and back to the kitchen to sate my appetite for Yankee cooking with a serious reboot. Matt finds the perfect balance between honoring the region's influential landscape and rich history while also providing a fresh twist on classic New England dishes, including influences from his wide travels and infinite repertoire. This book makes me crazy with hunger for a visit to Matt's table in Beantown."" --Mario Batali, chef, author, philanthropist ""A great debut for Matt Jennings! His New England background and his love for food make this a great read as well as an amazing reference for anyone looking to amp up their kitchens. The recipes are simple enough for a home cook to follow with professional results."" --April Bloomfield, chef and author, A Girl and Her Pig and A Girl and Her Greens ""Matt's book tells us a compelling personal story about the place that defines him. His respect for these ingredients and his delicious recipes will forever transform your understanding of New England flavors."" --Sean Brock, chef and author, Heritage ""With a title like Homegrown, who could resist? This book is an inspired compilation of the food Matt Jennings has grown up with. From his soul to your table, these dishes will take you right to New England and all the delectable seasonal provisions it offers."" --Daniel Boulud, chef/owner, The Dinex Group ""This is new, quintessential New England cuisine brought to you in a book full of insight and delicious, smart food."" --David McMillan, chef and author, The Art of Living According to Joe Beef ""The recipes Matt gives us in Homegrown honor not only the food of his heritage but also the food of his heart. As a dad, Matt realizes that what we cook at home must be both simple to make and worth the effort. These dishes will soon become favorites in your house, too."" --Tyler Florence, chef, author, restaurateur"


A treasury of ingenious takes on New England and American classics. . . . Gorgeous, flavorful dishes. . . . Jennings's exciting recipes will inspire readers to get more creative with their cooking. --Library Journal, starred review [One of] the 7 Most Anticipated Cookbooks of Fall 2017. --Publishers Weekly Spills and stains are to be expected on this lushly photographed compendium of New England(-ish) food, its pages shot through with clever ideas absorbed during [Jennings's] culinary coming-of-age by way of Italy and California. --Food & Wine Never has there been a better time for New England cuisine, and anyone who's dined at the award-winning Townsman in Boston knows that Jennings is to thank. [Homegrown shows you how to] recreate his twists on centuries-old classics by using seaweed to boost the brininess of clam chowder or adding Yankee flair to carbonara via razor clams and salt pork. --Tasting Table This book echoes the simplicity and delight of mealtime with Matt's wife and their boys rather than the foods that require a restaurant kitchen and larder. Homegrown will make your kitchen a better place to cook in and a better place to eat in and will supply you with a lifetime of great recipes that your family will love. --Andrew Zimmern, from the foreword Matt's book tells us a compelling personal story about the place that defines him. His respect for these ingredients and his delicious recipes will forever transform your understanding of New England flavors. --Sean Brock, chef and author, Heritage I've always known Matt Jennings to have a contagious pride for northeastern cuisine, and it's delightful to see how he shares that with the world of both home and professional cooks here in Homegrown. Matt's simple, approachable, and delicious recipes drive me right to the store and back to the kitchen to sate my appetite for Yankee cooking with a serious reboot. Matt finds the perfect balance between honoring the region's influential landscape and rich history while also providing a fresh twist on classic New England dishes, including influences from his wide travels and infinite repertoire. This book makes me crazy with hunger for a visit to Matt's table in Beantown. --Mario Batali, chef, author, philanthropist The recipes Matt gives us in Homegrown honor not only the food of his heritage but also the food of his heart. As a dad, Matt realizes that what we cook at home must be both simple to make and worth the effort. These dishes will soon become favorites in your house, too. --Tyler Florence, chef, author, restaurateur A great debut for Matt Jennings! His New England background and his love for food make this a great read as well as an amazing reference for anyone looking to amp up their kitchens. The recipes are simple enough for a home cook to follow with professional results. --April Bloomfield, chef and author, A Girl and Her Pig and A Girl and Her Greens With a title like Homegrown, who could resist? This book is an inspired compilation of the food Matt Jennings has grown up with. From his soul to your table, these dishes will take you right to New England and all the delectable seasonal provisions it offers. --Daniel Boulud, chef/owner, The Dinex Group This is new, quintessential New England cuisine brought to you in a book full of insight and delicious, smart food. --David McMillan, chef and author, The Art of Living According to Joe Beef This book echoes the simplicity and delight of mealtime with Matt's wife and their boys rather than the foods that require a restaurant kitchen and larder. Homegrown will make your kitchen a better place to cook in and a better place to eat in and will supply you with a lifetime of great recipes that your family will love. --Andrew Zimmern, from the foreword Matt's book tells us a compelling personal story about the place that defines him. His respect for these ingredients and his delicious recipes will forever transform your understanding of New England flavors. --Sean Brock, chef and author, Heritage I've always known Matt Jennings to have a contagious pride for northeastern cuisine, and it's delightful to see how he shares that with the world of both home and professional cooks here in Homegrown. Matt's simple, approachable, and delicious recipes drive me right to the store and back to the kitchen to sate my appetite for Yankee cooking with a serious reboot. Matt finds the perfect balance between honoring the region's influential landscape and rich history while also providing a fresh twist on classic New England dishes, including influences from his wide travels and infinite repertoire. This book makes me crazy with hunger for a visit to Matt's table in Beantown. --Mario Batali, chef, author, philanthropist The recipes Matt gives us in Homegrown honor not only the food of his heritage but also the food of his heart. As a dad, Matt realizes that what we cook at home must be both simple to make and worth the effort. These dishes will soon become favorites in your house, too. --Tyler Florence, chef, author, restaurateur A great debut for Matt Jennings! His New England background and his love for food make this a great read as well as an amazing reference for anyone looking to amp up their kitchens. The recipes are simple enough for a home cook to follow with professional results. --April Bloomfield, chef and author, A Girl and Her Pig and A Girl and Her Greens With a title like Homegrown, who could resist? This book is an inspired compilation of the food Matt Jennings has grown up with. From his soul to your table, these dishes will take you right to New England and all the delectable seasonal provisions it offers. --Daniel Boulud, chef/owner, The Dinex Group This is new, quintessential New England cuisine brought to you in a book full of insight and delicious, smart food. --David McMillan, chef and author, The Art of Living According to Joe Beef I've always known Matt Jennings to have a contagious pride for northeastern cuisine, and it's delightful to see how he shares that with the world of both home and professional cooks here in Homegrown. Matt's simple, approachable, and delicious recipes drive me right to the store and back to the kitchen to sate my appetite for Yankee cooking with a serious reboot. Matt finds the perfect balance between honoring the region's influential landscape and rich history while also providing a fresh twist on classic New England dishes, including influences from his wide travels and infinite repertoire. This book makes me crazy with hunger for a visit to Matt's table in Beantown. --Mario Batali, chef, author, philanthropist A great debut for Matt Jennings! His New England background and his love for food make this a great read as well as an amazing reference for anyone looking to amp up their kitchens. The recipes are simple enough for a home cook to follow with professional results. --April Bloomfield, chef and author, A Girl and Her Pig and A Girl and Her Greens Matt's book tells us a compelling personal story about the place that defines him. His respect for these ingredients and his delicious recipes will forever transform your understanding of New England flavors. --Sean Brock, chef and author, Heritage With a title like Homegrown, who could resist? This book is an inspired compilation of the food Matt Jennings has grown up with. From his soul to your table, these dishes will take you right to New England and all the delectable seasonal provisions it offers. --Daniel Boulud, chef/owner, The Dinex Group This is new, quintessential New England cuisine brought to you in a book full of insight and delicious, smart food. --David McMillan, chef and author, The Art of Living According to Joe Beef The recipes Matt gives us in Homegrown honor not only the food of his heritage but also the food of his heart. As a dad, Matt realizes that what we cook at home must be both simple to make and worth the effort. These dishes will soon become favorites in your house, too. --Tyler Florence, chef, author, restaurateur


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Vicki Ann Cremona is Chair of the School of Performing Arts at the University of Malta and lectures in the Theatre Studies Department. She was appointed as Ambassador of Malta to France between 2005-2009, and to Tunisia between 2009-2013. She has published internationally, mainly about Carnival and public performance, Maltese theatre, and Commedia dell’Arte. 

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