Creating Memory

Historical Fiction and the English Civil Wars

Autori

• Farah Mendlesohn

Parametri

Pagine

340pagine

Tempo di lettura

12ore

• Arte / Cultura
• Biografie e pensieri
• Storia
• Storia del mondo
• Sulla letteratura

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Focusing on the English Civil Wars and their impact on political identities in England, Ireland, and Scotland, this book explores the role of historical fiction, particularly in children's literature, in shaping popular memory. By analyzing nearly two hundred works, Farah Mendlesohn highlights the intricate relationship between fiction and historical events, illustrating how these narratives have influenced perceptions of the past over the last three centuries.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2021