This book analyzes American war propaganda, beginning with the Spanish-American War and extending through the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Using Fisher's narrative paradigm, the author identifies and critically evaluates recurring war stories, determining whether or not they truly provided good reasons to go to war.
This book analyzes American war propaganda, beginning with the Spanish-American War and extending through the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Using Fisher's narrative paradigm, the author identifies and critically evaluates recurring war stories, determining whether or not they truly provided good reasons to go to war.
Steven R. Brydon is professor emeritus at California State University, Chico.
Inhaltsangabe
Preface 1. Propaganda and Persuasion 2. Narratives of War 3. The Spanish-American War: A Splendid Little War 4. World War I: The War to End All Wars 5. World War II: The Survival War 6. Korea: The Never-Ending War 7. Vietnam: The Domino Theory Falls 8. The Persian Gulf War: Kicking the Vietnam Syndrome 9. The War on Terror: America's Forever War 10. Conclusion: Recurring War Stories Bibliography Index About the Author
Preface 1. Propaganda and Persuasion 2. Narratives of War 3. The Spanish-American War: A Splendid Little War 4. World War I: The War to End All Wars 5. World War II: The Survival War 6. Korea: The Never-Ending War 7. Vietnam: The Domino Theory Falls 8. The Persian Gulf War: Kicking the Vietnam Syndrome 9. The War on Terror: America's Forever War 10. Conclusion: Recurring War Stories Bibliography Index About the Author
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