Engaging the Past - by Alison Landsberg (Paperback)

Engaging the Past is a groundbreaking book that examines how contemporary media shapes our understanding of history.

By analyzing popular texts such as films, television dramas, reality shows, and virtual exhibits, author Alison Landsberg reveals how these works cultivate an "affective engagement" with the past, fostering a sense of intimacy that transports viewers back in time.

Through careful analysis, Landsberg demonstrates how these media formats provoke historical thinking and produce knowledge in unique ways, challenging conventional assumptions about how history is communicated.

With its innovative approach and compelling arguments, Engaging the Past is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the role of media in shaping our understanding of the past.