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Portrayals of Americans on the World Stage

Critical Essays

Kevin J Wetmore editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc

Published:30th Sep '09

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This collection of 14 essays explores drama from around the world that depicts the United States and Americans. From eighteenth century German dramas about Native Americans through post-Revolutionary War British plays, to the theaters of contemporary Japan, Mexico, Serbia, Ireland, Ghana and other nations, the contributors consider conflicting representations of Americans. Often critical, sometimes flattering, and occasionally insulting, these various international views highlight perceptions of America abroad and how they influence the world's stages.

“solid... offers a tantalizing analysis of what it meant (and means) to be American from the early days of the republic to the present day. Recommended”—Choice.

ISBN: 9780786444199

Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 13mm

Weight: 336g

250 pages