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A Season of Prosperity (working title)

This novel will blend a sequence of narratives, set at various turning points in the history of the British Virgin Islands from 1807 To present day, concerned with the themes of body and work, individual and collective identity, and the intersections of trauma and Virgin Islander identity.

Richard Georges Richard Georges

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Lift Stories: The intimate publics of elevators in 20th century Johannesburg

This project thinks through the space of the lift as urban affective infrastructure in Johannesburg over the 20th century.

Bridget Kenny Bridget Kenny

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Pacing within sonic spaces: a psychology of music and work

Throughout history, the power of music to enhance productivity at work has been exploited.

Eric Otchere Eric Otchere
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