Histories on Screen

This methodological book can be welcomed within undergraduate courses on the history of film ... [It] provides broad introductions to film history through the important lenses of nationalism, production, reception, commemoration, and historical memory. * Jhistory *
Each chapter begins with a concise introduction, provides historical and historiographical context before moving into discussion of the particular film or television show, and often ends by exploring the specific material as a source ... [This] volume succeeds in providing educators with insights to use in the classroom. Summing Up: Recommended. All levels/libraries. * CHOICE *
Sam Edwards, Michael Dolski and Faye Sayer are to be congratulated for bringing together such a fascinating set of essays. It is well known that people often understand the past by what they see on the screen, but we often don't stop to consider the processes behind the persuasive effect of film and television. The contributors to this volume bring the complexity of the relationship between consumer and producer of history on screen to light in a lively and engaging manner. * Mark Connelly, Professor of Modern British History, University of Kent, UK *
Today most people learn most of what they know about history from films and television. This thoughtful, wide-ranging and stimulating collection of essays explores in depth how and why this is so. An invaluable contribution to our understanding of an often misunderstood cultural phenomenon. * Jeffrey Richards, Emeritus Professor of Cultural History, Lancaster University, UK *