Maher explores the development of the Frontier Complex as he deconstructs the frontier myth in the context of manifest destiny, American exceptionalism, and white male privilege. A very significant contribution to our understanding of how and why heritage sites reinforce privilege. Frederick H. Smith, author of The Archaeology of Alcohol and Drinking
Peels back the layer of dime westerns and True Grit films to show how their mythologies are made material. You ll never experience a heritage site the same way again. Christine Bold, author of The Frontier Club: Popular...