Men of War

Masculinity and the First World War in Britain

Autor*innen

• Jessica Meyer

Reihen

• Gender und Sexualität in der Geschichte

Parameter

• 216 Seiten
• 8 Lesestunden

• Erster Weltkrieg (1914–1918)
• Geschichte

Mehr zum Buch

The book delves into the construction of masculinity among British servicemen during the First World War by analyzing personal narratives such as letters and diaries. It offers a nuanced exploration of how these experiences shaped masculine identity in Britain, both during the war and in its aftermath, highlighting the complexities and variations in men's perceptions of themselves and their roles.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2008
• Einband: Hardcover