The Real Thing: Imitation And Authenticity In American Culture, 18801940 (Cultural Studies Of The United States)

The Real Thing: Imitation And Authenticity In American Culture, 18801940 (Cultural Studies Of The United States)

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This Is A Perceptive Study Of The Relationship Between Technology And Culture. Orvell Discusses Whitman And His World, Then Considers Material Culture, Photography, And Literature. Among The Cultural Figures Discussed Are Writers Henry James, John Dos Passos, And James Agee; Photographers Alfred Stieglitz And Margaret Bourkewhite; And Architectdesigners Gustav Stickley And Frank Lloyd Wright. A Witty Essay On The Significance Of Junk In The 1930S Concludes The Book.

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  • Q: What is the main theme of 'The Real Thing: Imitation and Authenticity in American Culture, 1880-1940'? A: The main theme of this book is the relationship between technology and culture, exploring how authenticity and imitation have shaped American identity during the specified period.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Real Thing' is Miles Orvell.
  • Q: What type of book is this? A: This is a scholarly work categorized under cultural studies, focusing on American culture.
  • Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 408 pages.
  • Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is classified as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it has been previously read but is still in good shape.
  • Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 1, 1989.
  • Q: What binding type does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: Is this the first edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'The Real Thing'.
  • Q: What cultural figures are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses several cultural figures, including writers like Henry James and John Dos Passos, photographers such as Alfred Stieglitz and Margaret Bourke-White, and architect-designers like Gustav Stickley and Frank Lloyd Wright.
  • Q: Does the book include discussions on photography? A: Yes, the book includes discussions on photography and its relationship with material culture and literature.

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