Introduction to American Studies

Synopsis of Introduction to American Studies

«Introduction to American Studies» is the collective essay edited by Malcolm Bradbury and Howard Temperley, published by Longman in paperback (372 pages).

Reference work bringing together thirteen interdisciplinary essays on the history, literature, culture and society of the United States. The editors combine literary, cultural and historical approaches and offer a detailed analysis of the twentieth century, tracing a global portrait of American civilisation.

Third edition, published in 1998; the work originally appeared in 1981. Includes bibliography and index.

Aimed at students and academics of American literature, history and culture, and at those beginning American studies.