SuburbiaNation : Reading Suburban Landscape in Twentieth-Century American Fiction and Film
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"Beuka's study of the suburban landscape in fiction and film brings to the forefront the insights made by writers and directors, and Beuka splendidly analyzes their contributions for their cultural significance. . . a major work of criticism and social commentary." --Branimir M. Rieger, Professor of English, Lander University
"Beuka's new approach to the meaning of the 'American Dream,' as reflected in popular culture--notably in television and popular magazines--sheds new light on the contemporary scene, and our response to historical events, particularly in the aftermath of 9/11. Above all, his treatment of the meaning of 'place' as a dynamic element in our lives offers new insight into the study of fiction and film. This is an important book for everyone interested in American culture, American studies, and fiction and film affected by the growth of suburbia. After reading it, I cannot look at the suburban nation as I did before, and my understanding of contemporary events has been deepened and enriched by Beuka's work." --Ruth Prigozy, Professor of English, Hofstra University, Executive Director, F. Scott Fitzgerald Society
SuburbiaNation : Reading Suburban Landscape in Twentieth-Century American Fiction and Film,Robert A. Beuka,Palgrave Macmillan,1403963401,20th century,American - General,American Literature (Specific Aspects),American fiction,Americana,General,History,History and criticism,Literary Criticism,Motion pictures,Performing Arts,Popular Culture - General,Regional, Ethnic, Genre, Specific Subject,Sociology,Special Subjects In Motion Pictures,Suburban life in literature,United States,American studies,English,Films, cinema,Literary Criticism & Collections / American,Media studies,Novels, other prose & writers: from c 1900 -,Social groups & communities,USA
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