American Studies in Britain - Schools and Movements

Schools and Movements

As a heterodox discipline, American Studies incorporates many fields, from literature to international relations. Various schools, such as that of the Myth and Symbol approach have strongly influenced research. Although these approaches can be seen in in the U.S. and elsewhere, there have been distinctive British contributions.

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