When people experience a traumatic event, such as war or the threat of annihilation, they often turn to history for stories that promise a positive outcome to t

In recent years, "memory" has become a central and controversial concept in historical studies. It is a term that denotes a new and distinctive field of study a

History, Memory and Public Life introduces readers to key themes in the study of historical memory and its significance by considering the role of historical ex

Taking Hollywood as its focus, this timely book provides a sustained, interdisciplinary perspective on memory and film from early cinema to the present. Conside

This book examines the interfaces of memory theory and oral history, which is based on human recollection. Essays examine the importance of memory and its relia