Wright, Will.

The Wild West the mythical cowboy and social theory / [electronic resource] : Will Wright. - London : SAGE, 2001. - 1 online resource ([vi], 205 p.). - Core cultural icons . - Core cultural icons. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Will Wright explores the continuing popularity of the myth of the Wild West, demonstrating how, as a cultural icon, it speaks deeply to a desire for individualism and liberty. The author discusses the myth through market and social theory.

Specialized.

9781446217177 (ebook) : No price


Individualism.
Individualism--West (U.S.)
Social contract.
Civil society--West (U.S.)


West (U.S.)--Social conditions.


Electronic books.

HM1276 / .W75 2001

302.540978