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
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