American Cultural Studies: An Introduction to American Culture FROM THE PUBLISHER
A interdisciplinary introduction to American culture, American Cultural Studies examines the tensions that exist within the multifaceted and multicultural mix of American life. Exploring the changing debates throughout the century, specific consideration is given to issues such as race and religion, gender and sexuality, and youth. The volume draws on literature, art, film, theatre, architecture and music, employing techniques and arguments both from traditional analysis and cultural studies. Through examining forms of cultural expression in relation to their contexts, this book highlights American distinctiveness and is sure to challenge orthodox paradigms of American Studies.
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Employs a multidisciplinary approach to vital issues in the development of modern America, including such issues as gender, sexuality, youth, race, and religion, with each topic explored from a range of critical perspectives. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.