The psychology of the Western : how the American psyche plays out on screen /
"This book analyzes the archetypes, themes, and figures within the principal mythology of the Western frontier. Western themes are interpreted as expressions of cultural needs that perform specific psychological functions for the audience. Chapters are devoted to the frontier hero character, th...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Jefferson, N.C. :
McFarland,
[2008]
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| Summary: | "This book analyzes the archetypes, themes, and figures within the principal mythology of the Western frontier. Western themes are interpreted as expressions of cultural needs that perform specific psychological functions for the audience. Chapters are devoted to the frontier hero character, the roles of women and Native Americans, and the work of directors Anthony Mann and John Ford"--Provided by publisher. |
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| Physical Description: | vii, 215 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 207-209) and index. Includes filmography: pages 197-205. |
| ISBN: | 9780786434602 (softcover : alk. paper) 0786434600 (softcover : alk. paper) |