Don Bradman: Challenging the Myth

ISBN-13: 9780521823845 / Angielski / Twarda / 2002 / 242 str.

Brett Hutchins (University of Tasmania)

Opis

Unlike the mostly reverent literature on Australia's most popular sporting hero, this book explains how Sir Donald Bradman's iconic status was created and sustained. How does his popularity and heroism relate to Australian nationhood? Brett Hutchins' unique analysis reveals the mythical character of so many representations of "the Don," and connects them to broader social phenomena and the cultural contexts in which they were created.

Recenzje

'A challenging revision of the myth of Don Bradman.' Graeme Turner

Spis treści

1. Our one national hero?; 2. Looking for heroes; 3. The boy from Bowral; 4. Bodyline and myth; 5. An insatiable demand; 6. Political connections; 7. Never quite typical; 8. Conclusion.