Movies and American Society

by Steven J. Ross

Book Overview

The second edition of Movies and American Society is a comprehensive collection of essays and primary documents that explore the ways in which movies have changed--and been changed by--American society from 1905 to the present.

Each chapter includes an introduction, discussion questions, an essay examining the issues of the period, primary documents, and a list of further reading and screenings Includes a new chapter on "American...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470673648
• ISBN13: 9780470673645
• Release Date: January 2014
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Wonderfully written with excellent articles

I read this book for a history and gender studies class in college. I learned so much about American history, film history, and the history of gender roles and portrayals. It is an easy read with engaging articles and extensive bibliographies for further reading.