Transcending the Nostalgic


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Even as the global economy of the twenty-first century continues its dramatic and unpredictable transformations, the landscapes it leaves in its wake bear the indelible marks of their industrial past. Whether in the form of abandoned physical structures, displaced populations, or ecological impacts, they persist in memory and lived experience across the developed world. This collection explores the affective and “more-than-representational” dimensions of post-industrial landscapes, including narratives, practices, social formations, and other phenomena. Focusing on case studies from across Europe, it examines both the objective and the subjective aspects of societies that, increasingly, produce fewer things and employ fewer workers.




Lines of Connection


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The first volume to chart the rich and reciprocal relationship between drawing and printmaking from the fifteenth to nineteenth centuries While often viewed and studied separately, drawings and prints have always been closely intertwined. They facilitated and generated the production of one another, and in some instances, clear distinctions between the two dissolved. Many artists created drawings specifically intended for translation into print, and an even greater number used prints as a training tool, copying from them to hone drawing skills. This reciprocal relationship goes even deeper, however, as innovative artists made fascinating hybrid works that blurred the boundaries between the two media, pushing against modern definitions and hierarchies. Lines of Connection charts these historical and geographical continuities for the first time by bringing together works on paper of superb quality, foregrounding issues of artistic process and collaboration, technical innovation, and creative ingenuity. Featuring over 170 prints and drawings by such artists as Albrecht Dürer, Parmigianino, Hendrick Goltzius, Maria Sibylla Merian, Rembrandt van Rijn, and William Blake, this catalogue is a rich narrative introduction to the compelling, yet understudied, relationship between drawing and printmaking.




Watching Nostalgia


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What is nostalgia in television? How far does a nostalgic text trigger nostalgic emotions? And how are nostalgic series received by different audience groups? Stefanie Armbruster uses an interdisciplinary approach as analytical and theoretical basis. Her detailed analyses identify nostalgia in reruns, remakes and period dramas such as "Knight Rider" or "Mad Men". Focus group discussions with German and Spanish viewers give new insights into its reception. The in-depth study helps to understand the interrelation of nostalgic texts and nostalgic reception better and explores a decisive part of a phenomenon that is omnipresent in our current TV landscape.




Screening Nostalgia


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The Heimat film genre, assumed to be outdated by so many, is very much alive. Who would have thought that this genre - which has been almost unanimously denounced within academic circles, but which seems to resonate so deeply with the general public - would experience a renaissance in the 21st century? The genre's recent resurgence is perhaps due less to an obsession with generic storylines and stereotyped figures than to a basic human need for grounding that has resulted in a passionate debate about issues of past and present. This book traces the history of the Heimat film genre from the early mountain films to Fatih Akin's contemporary interpretations of Heimat.




Flashback: 50 Stories of Nostalgia


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Flashback: 50 Stories of Nostalgia" is a captivating anthology that invites readers on a journey through time, delving into the rich tapestry of human experience and emotion. Through a collection of poignant and evocative tales, this anthology explores the delicate threads of nostalgia woven into the fabric of our lives. From heartwarming stories of childhood memories that transport readers to the innocence of youth to the tender embrace of grandparents' wisdom, the anthology resonates with themes of familial bonds and the enduring impact of formative years. The narratives within "Flashback" delicately unravel the intricacies of first dates, capturing the exhilaration and nervous anticipation that accompany such memorable moments. Old friendships are rekindled, offering a glimpse into the enduring strength of connections that withstand the test of time. The anthology doesn't shy away from exploring the enchanting world of prom, where dreams are spun, and the dance of fleeting romance unfolds against the backdrop of glittering lights and timeless music. Each story in this anthology serves as a portal to the past, illuminating the universal experiences that shape the human condition. With a focus on relatable moments and the indelible imprints left by shared history, "Flashback" becomes a literary time capsule, preserving the essence of nostalgia for readers to savor and reflect upon. Whether revisiting the carefree days of youth or navigating the complexities of first love, this collection embraces the universal themes that bind us together in the shared tapestry of memory and longing.




Rewinding Time: The Legacy Of Eight-Track Tapes


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"Rewinding Time: The Legacy of Eight-Track Tapes" delves into the fascinating history and enduring impact of an iconic music format. From its rise to popularity in the 1960s to its eventual decline, this book explores the cultural significance of eight-track tapes and their lasting legacy in the world of music. Through engaging narratives and captivating visuals, readers will embark on a journey through the evolution of audio technology, the influence of eight-track tapes on music consumption, and the nostalgia surrounding this beloved format. Whether you're a music enthusiast, a technology buff, or simply curious about the intersection of culture and innovation, "Rewinding Time" offers a compelling glimpse into a bygone era of music history.




Netflix Nostalgia


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Whether it’s “Flashback Friday” or “Throwback Thursday,” audiences are hungry for nostalgic film and television, and the streaming giant Netflix serves up shows from the past that satisfy this craving, in addition to producing original contemporary content with nostalgic flavor. As a part of the series “Reboots, Remakes and Adaptations” originated by series editors Dr. Carlen Lavigne and Dr. Paul Booth, this edited volume focuses exclusively on the intersection between the Netflix platform and the current nostalgia trend in popular culture. As both a creator and distributor of media texts, Netflix takes great advantage of a wide variety of audience nostalgic responses, banking on attracting audiences who seek out nostalgic content that takes them back in time, as well as new audiences who discover “old” and reimagined content. The book aims to interrogate the complex and contradictory notions of nostalgia through the contemporary lens of Netflix, examining angles such as the Netflix business model, the impact of streaming platforms such as Netflix on the consumption of nostalgia, the ideological nature of nostalgic representation in Netflix series, and the various ways that Netflix content incorporates nostalgic content and viewer responses. Many of the contributed chapters analyze current, ongoing Netflix series, providing very timely and original analysis by established and emerging scholars in a variety of disciplines. What can we learn about our selves, our times, our cultures, in response to an examination of “Netflix and Nostalgia”?




Landscape, Innovation, and Nostalgia


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Business leader and arts patron Sir Edwin A. G. Manton (1909-2005) and his wife Florence, Lady Manton, assembled an outstanding collection of 18th- and 19th-century British art. A gift to the Clark Art Institute from the Manton Foundation in 2007, their collection features more than three hundred oil paintings, watercolors, drawings, and prints, including works by John Constable, J. M. W. Turner, Thomas Gainsborough, and William Blake. In a series of wide-ranging essays, prominent scholars consider the major works and themes in the collection, relating them to larger issues within the field of British studies. Individual essays are devoted to Constable's oil sketches, cloud studies, and magisterial painting The Wheat Field; the growth of the watercolor tradition; print portfolios and narrative series; Thomas Rowlandson's satiric drawings; and Gainsborough's use of experimental materials as revealed through recent scientific analysis. The volume concludes with an illustrated checklist of the works in the collection. Distributed for the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute




Nostalgia, Nationalism, and the US Militia Movement


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Nostalgia, Nationalism, and the US Militia Movement is an accessible primer on the contemporary US militia movement. Exploring the complicated history of militias in the United States, starting with the Revolutionary War period, this book leverages unique data from ethnographic fieldwork, in-depth interviews, and previously unseen archival materials from militia founder Norm Olson to detail the modern movement’s origin and trajectory through the attempted insurrection of January 6th and beyond. This book uses the lenses of nostalgia and settler colonialism to explain militia members’ actions and beliefs, including their understandings of both nationalism and masculinity. This approach situates militias in a broader political landscape and explains how and why they will continue to be relevant actors in American politics. A general audience will find this book approachable, and it will be of particular interest to people studying militias or other social movement organizations whose vision of an ideal nation rests on a nostalgic image of the past and potentially encourages political violence.




Kilvert's Diary and Landscape


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"Kilvert's Diary and Landscape" is an effort to tell the story of Francis Kilvert's life as well as to picture rural society, which Victorians were prone to idealize. Toman offers a complete revaluation of the man and his work.