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Our Country/Whose Country?

Early Westerns and Travel Films as Stories of Settler Colonialism

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The book presents a unique analysis of early westerns and travel imagery, examining how these works reflect settler colonialism and the narrative of white settlers' westward expansion. It delves into the cultural transformations that accompanied this movement, highlighting the portrayal of "American Progress" and its implications for understanding American identity and history. Through this lens, the text uncovers the deeper meanings embedded in these visual and literary representations.

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Our Country/Whose Country?, Richard Abel

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2024
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Titre
Our Country/Whose Country?
Sous-titre
Early Westerns and Travel Films as Stories of Settler Colonialism
Langue
Anglais
Publié
2024
Format
souple
Pages
256
ISBN13
9780197744055
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The book presents a unique analysis of early westerns and travel imagery, examining how these works reflect settler colonialism and the narrative of white settlers' westward expansion. It delves into the cultural transformations that accompanied this movement, highlighting the portrayal of "American Progress" and its implications for understanding American identity and history. Through this lens, the text uncovers the deeper meanings embedded in these visual and literary representations.