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Sachleben, Mark / Yenerall, Kevan M.
Seeing the Bigger Picture
Understanding Politics Through Film and Television

New York, Bern, Berlin, Bruxelles, Frankfurt/M., Oxford, Wien, 2004. XIII, 337 pp., 17 ill.
Politics, Media, and Popular Culture. Vol. 9
General Editor: David A. Schultz

Print: ISBN 978-0-8204-7144-0 hardback

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Über das Buch

Film and visual images are major components of modern society that can add to our understanding and appreciation of the political process
in contemporary America. From silent films to twenty-first century blockbusters, from Bugs Bunny to The Simpsons and Star Trek, movies
and television provide windows into political history and inform our perception of politics and political institutions. Seeing the Bigger Picture
examines ways film and television can be used to foster a deeper understanding of the political dynamics that shape our world. Discussing both
commercial films and documentaries from the United States and abroad, this book illustrates the wide-ranging relationships between film and
politics. It offers suggestions on how to use film to perceive the dynamics of ideology, the American presidency, civil rights and social justice,
campaigns and elections, war, peace, terrorism, and other contemporary debates. Employing film as much more than pure entertainment, this
book reveals how movies and television can be invaluable and exciting tools to explain political concepts and to demonstrate the relevance of
politics in our daily lives.
This is an excellent comprehensive text for students in film and politics courses and a creative resource for survey courses in political science,
American government, and international relations.

Autorenangaben

The Authors: Mark Sachleben received his Ph.D. in political science from Miami University, Ohio. He is a visiting Professor of political science at
Western New England College in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Sachleben teaches courses in international relations and comparative politics.
His research interests include human rights, international relations, and international relations theory.
Kevan M. Yenerall received his Ph.D. in political science from Miami University in Ohio. He is Assistant Professor of Political Science at Clarion
University in Pennsylvania, where he teaches courses in American politics and international relations and is the director of the politics and film
series. Dr. Yenerall has published articles, essays, and book chapters dealing with the presidency, campaigns, the media, and foreign policy.

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«Attention film students and political junkies: this book contains everything you need to know about the history of political films in
America.» (Alexandra Pelosi, Filmmaker; Writer & Director, 'Journeys With George')
«Sachleben and Yenerall have written a sparkling, entertaining, informative and important book demonstrating the link between film and politics.
This book will soon become one of the standards in the field. 'Seeing the Bigger Picture' is a gem. Two thumbs up.» (Michael A. Genovese,
Professor of Political Science, Director of the Institute for Leadership Studies, Loyola Marymount University, Author of 'The Power of the
American Presidency: 1789-2000')
«This entertaining and eminently readable book will foster greater awareness of our political institutions and the realization that each succeeding
generation has an obligation to strengthen our democracy and work toward justice for all. You're going to have fun reading this fresh and
insightful book.» (Senator Allen G. Kukovich, D-Pennsylvania, 39th District)
«Yenerall and Sachleben have managed to produce a book that is not only a thoroughly enjoyable read, but one that offers new insights into
the study of politics through film and television. 'Seeing the Bigger Picture' offers readers an intriguing and important examination of the political
debates of the day as well as the enduring, central issues in politics all through the conceptual lens of film and television. This book will be a
welcome addition to the bookshelves of political scientists, but I also recommend it as a supplemental text for undergraduate courses. I believe
students will be attracted to the straight-forward writing style, abundant examples, and enjoyable approach of the book that - as the subtitle
suggests - will help them to understand politics through film and television!» (Robert P. Watson, Director, Graduate Programs, Department of
Political Science, Florida Atlantic University)
«'Seeing the Bigger Picture' is a wonderful resource for anyone who loves politics and movies, and especially valuable for anyone who teaches
about these topics. Wonderfully written with a wide range of topics, it is a 'must' for the political junkie's collection.» (Patrick J. Haney, Associate
Professor of Political Science, Miami University)

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