In Roots Quest, sociologist Jackie Hogan digs into our current genealogy boom to ask why we are so interested in our family history. She shows how the surging popularity of genealogy is a response to large-scale social changes, and she explores the way our increasingly rootless society fuels the quest for an elemental sense of belonging-for roots.
The book explores the multifaceted use of Abraham Lincoln's image across various aspects of American culture, including politics, film, and advertising. It delves into how these representations reflect national identity and aspirations, highlighting both the reverence and manipulation of his legacy in contemporary society. Through this lens, the narrative reveals insights into America's self-perception and the complexities surrounding the iconic figure of Lincoln.
The examination of gender, race, and national identity unfolds through an analysis of various mass-mediated and pop-cultural texts across Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the USA. The book delves into how these elements intersect and influence perceptions and representations within these diverse cultural contexts.
This book examines links between gender, race and national identity by analyzing a range of mass-mediated and pop-cultural 'texts' in four nations: Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom and the USA.