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MACMILLAN History, Ideology and Myth in American Fiction 1823-52

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This scholarly work from Palgrave Macmillan examines the formative period of American fiction between 1823 and 1852, exploring how historical events, ideological frameworks, and mythic narratives shaped the development of the nation's literary identity. The book investigates the complex interplay between factual history and imaginative storytelling during a transformative era in American culture, analysing how early American authors constructed meaning through fiction whilst responding to political, social, and cultural pressures of their time. Part of the Studies in American Literature series, this volume provides critical insight into the foundations of American literary tradition, making it essential for scholars, students, and readers interested in understanding how nineteenth-century American fiction reflected and shaped national consciousness. The work combines historical analysis with literary criticism to reveal how myth-making and ideological concerns influenced narrative construction and characterisation during this pivotal period in American letters.

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Published by Palgrave Macmillan as part of the Studies in American Literature academic series for scholarly research.

Covers the critical period from 1823 to 1852 when American fiction was establishing its distinctive national character and voice.

Examines the relationship between historical events and fictional narratives in early American literature.

Explores how ideology and myth-making functioned within American fiction during the nineteenth century.

Provides literary criticism and historical analysis for university courses and academic research in American studies.

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Brand: MACMILLAN
Format: paperback
ASIN: 1349176907
Category: Books > Subjects > Poetry, Drama & Criticism > History & Criticism
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 January 1984
Listed Since: 07 January 2016

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