* Why does collective memory matter? * How is social memory generated, maintained and reproduced? * How do we explain changes in the content and role of collective memory? Through a synthesis of old and new theories of social remembering, this book provides the first comprehensive overview of the
Theories of social remembering
โ Scribed by Misztal, Barbara A
- Publisher
- Open University Press
- Year
- 2003
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 200
- Series
- Theorizing society
- Category
- Library
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โฆ Synopsis
"This is an essential text for undergraduate courses in social theory and the sociology of memory, as well as a wider audience in cultural studies, history and politics."--Jacket.
โฆ Table of Contents
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2. Metamorphosis of memory --
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6. Studying memory.
โฆ Subjects
Collectief geheugen;SOCIAL SCIENCE--Anthropology--General;SOCIAL SCIENCE--Regional Studies;;Social sciences--Philosophy;Memory;Electronic books;Social sciences -- Philosophy;SOCIAL SCIENCE -- Regional Studies;SOCIAL SCIENCE -- Anthropology -- General
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