Description
The challenging new cultural history of the First World War - now available in paperback.
About the Author
Dan Todman has taught at Sandhurst; he now teaches at Queen Mary, University of London.
Reviews
[A] concise and challenging - even courageous - study ... Todman has written a book that marches boldly beyond his own discipline to range freely over the cultural context of the war, emphasizing how time has altered the way that it was and is seen by the British public as the postwar period moved through distinct phases roughly coinciding with the passing decades. -- Nigel Jones * History Today *
Former military history teacher and current lecturer in modern British history Dan Todman presents The Great War: Myth and Memory, a close examination of how perceptions of World War I have changed over the past ninety years, arguing that a distorted image of the war- one focusing too heavily upon its miseries- has dominated its understanding in present-day culture. The Great War debunks myths and reveals the astutely professional capabilities of its generals. From questioning the prevalence of mud and donkeys in popular perception of WWI, to examination of primary sources revealing differing views among veterans, The Great War: Myth and Memory is a welcome addition to history shelves for its counterbalance upon the enormous influence popular culture (from comics to war movies) has upon collective historical memory. -- Internet Bookwatch
Book Information
ISBN 9781852855123
Author Dan Todman
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Hambledon Continuum
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 548g