American Cultural History: A Very Short Introduction

January 2, 2019/Publications by webteam

The first book to offer a concise look at the whole of American cultural history, with a clear explanation of what “culture” and “cultural history” mean
Emphasizes culture and its relationship to broader political, economic, and social developments
Provides a chronological look at the development of American culture, addressing literature, music, art, architecture, theater, film, and the rise of the internet
Tells us how previous generations of Americans have imagined themselves, their nation, and their relationship to the world
Part of the Very Short Introduction series – millions of copies sold worldwide

American Cultural History: A Very Short Introduction

Eric Avila

The first book to offer a concise look at the whole of American cultural history, with a clear explanation of what “culture” and “cultural history” mean
Emphasizes culture and its relationship to broader political, economic, and social developments
Provides a chronological look at the development of American culture, addressing literature, music, art, architecture, theater, film, and the rise of the internet
Tells us how previous generations of Americans have imagined themselves, their nation, and their relationship to the world
Part of the Very Short Introduction series – millions of copies sold worldwide