For the Enjoyment of the People
The Creation of National Identity in American Public Lands
Book • 2023
This book explores how American public lands, such as national parks and forests, have been used to shape and reinforce national identity.
It examines the ways in which these lands are presented and experienced, contributing to a shared sense of belonging and national pride.
The book analyzes the rhetoric and imagery used to promote public lands, highlighting their role in constructing narratives of American exceptionalism and environmental stewardship.
It also considers the diverse perspectives and contested meanings associated with these lands, revealing the complex relationship between nature, culture, and national identity.
Through a historical and cultural analysis, the book sheds light on the ways in which public lands have been instrumental in shaping Americans' sense of themselves and their nation.
It examines the ways in which these lands are presented and experienced, contributing to a shared sense of belonging and national pride.
The book analyzes the rhetoric and imagery used to promote public lands, highlighting their role in constructing narratives of American exceptionalism and environmental stewardship.
It also considers the diverse perspectives and contested meanings associated with these lands, revealing the complex relationship between nature, culture, and national identity.
Through a historical and cultural analysis, the book sheds light on the ways in which public lands have been instrumental in shaping Americans' sense of themselves and their nation.
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Mary E. Stuckey, "Remembering Jefferson: Who He Was, Who We Are" (UP of Kansas, 2025)
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Mary E. Stuckey, "Remembering Jefferson: Who He Was, Who We Are" (UP of Kansas, 2025)
