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The Psychology of the Western

How the American Psyche Plays Out on Screen

William Indick author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc

Published:10th Sep '08

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Western films are often considered sprawling reflections of the American spirit. This book analyzes the archetypes, themes, and figures within the 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 the genre's most prolific directors, Anthony Mann and John Ford. The book includes a filmography and movie stills.

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“fans of Western movies will enjoy this book...accessible,interesting, and insightful”—Southwest Journal of Cultures.

ISBN: 9780786434602

Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 11mm

Weight: 308g

223 pages