Looking North: Northern England and the National Imagination

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Looking North: Northern England and the National Imagination
Authors and Contributors      By (author) David Russell
SeriesStudies in Popular Culture
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:320
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156
ISBN/Barcode 9780719051784
ClassificationsDewey:306.09427
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Manchester University Press
Imprint Manchester University Press
Publication Date 15 July 2004
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Considering areas as diverse as travel literature, fiction, dialect, the stage, radio, television, feature film, music and sport, this book assesses the portrayal of the North within the national culture and how this has impacted upon attitudes to the region and its place within notions of 'Englishness'. The relationship between culture and our understanding of regional identity has received only limited consideration and this fascinating work provides not only much new information, but also a map for future writers. The North, although seen ultimately as 'other' and the subject of much critical comment, is also shown here as capable of stimulating the creative imagination and invigorating English culture in sometimes surprising ways. Rooted in extensive research, this scholarly and enjoyable to read book is accessibly written and will be of interest to those interested in the representation, position and future role of the North of England.

Author Biography

Dave Russell is Professor of Cultural History at the University of Central Lancashire -- .