Topics for Further Study
- Investigate the renowned American brigade from the Spanish Civil War, known as the Abraham Lincoln Brigade. Identify which U.S. artists and writers either participated in the fight or helped raise funds for the Spanish Loyalists during this period.
- Analyze the emergence of fascism in Europe during the 1930s. How do historians explain the widespread appeal and dominance of figures like Mussolini, Hitler, or Franco? Alternatively, research the key platforms and policies that define fascism. For instance, Hitler's party was named the National Socialists. Why was this name chosen? What elements were "national" and which were "socialist"?
- Delve into the theories about the "folk" that were prevalent among the artists and intellectuals of the Harlem Renaissance (1919-1935). Alain Locke’s 1925 essay "The New Negro," which serves as a manifesto for this social and artistic movement, is an excellent starting point. Another foundational text addressing "folk" issues is W. E. B. Du Bois’s The Souls of Black Folk.
- Investigate Hemingway's ongoing connection to Latin culture following his experiences in France and Spain. How did southern Florida and Cuba play a significant role in his life and literary development after he returned to the United States?
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