Routledge - The Politics of Regret: Collective Memory Book

Explore the complex relationship between memory and history with The Politics of Regret by Jeffrey Olick. Published by Routledge, this collection brings together the best essays from one of the most recognized sociologists of memory. Olick, known for his work on postwar Germany in In the House of the Hangman, provides a wide-ranging look at social theory and cultural sociology. This book offers a conceptually expansive view of memory-related issues. It serves as an ideal introduction to Olick's theories, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars in anthropology and sociology. By examining how societies handle historical responsibility, this work helps readers understand the social processes that shape our collective understanding of the past.