Our Quick Reads show how primary sources can be used to generate unique research. 

Have you ever wondered if a research topic has enough material? These short pieces explore an unconventional topic using our archives, showing that many research ideas have more material to work with than you might think...

ANNA SULLIVAN

A look at the anti-facist activist, using the Searchlight collection in Political Extremism and Radicalism in the Twentieth Century.


 

CATHY COME HOME

Originally aired on the BBC in 1996, Cathy Come Home had a major impact on attitudes toward homelessness, exploring the social, psychological, and economic consequences of being made homeless in large, metropolitan cities.
 

DIEGO MARADONA, 1986, AND THE BRITISH PRESS

1986 was a landmark year for Diego Maradona, including a World Cup. It was not without controversy though, and the year showed the duality of Maradona. In this article, we celebrate the year he defied expectations and became one of the greatest players of all time.

ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS HISTORICAL ARCHIVE AND DECOLONIZING THE CURRICULUM

Working with the Illustrated London News, we have explored the archive to find articles that assist in decolonizing the curriculum. Take a look at some sample articles in this new case study.

 

JOURNAL OF A PLAGUE YEAR

This curation of documents looks at the representation of the 1666 plague in Daniel Defoe's work, allowing to ask whether, and how, the representation and experience of large-scale diseases has changed.
 

THE LEGACY OF TERMINATOR 2

Considered a classic film across several genres, many at the time of release were concerned about the negative impact Terminator 2 would have on future filmmaking. We explore the fears surrounding the films, and the legacy that it has left.
 

NICKY CRANE

A look at the Neo-Nazi activist, using the Searchlight collection in Political Extremism and Radicalism in the Twentieth Century.


 


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