A Social History of the Cinema in Wales, 1918-1951

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by Peter Miskell

Type

Studies

Subject

Sociology

Keywords

Wales, Great Britain, social aspects, movie theater

Publishing date

2006

Publisher

University of Wales Press

Language

English

Relative size

Physical desc.

Paperback • 224 pages
5 ½ x 8 ½ inches (14 x 21.5 cm)

ISBN-10
ISBN-13

0-7083-1878-9
978-0-7083-1878-2

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Book Presentation:
"A Social History of the Cinema in Wales" offers a perspective on the place of cinema in Welsh popular culture. The 'golden age' of cinema entertainment is now half a century behind us, yet it continues to linger in popular memory.

About the Author:
Peter Miskell is Professor of International Business and Media History at the University of Reading.

Press Reviews:
"...admirably readable book...Miskell has undoubtedly provided a fascinating account that is founded upon painstaking empirical research. This book should not just be of interest to students of Welsh culture and history, but to all those that seek to make sense of the subtle patterns of difference within fractured nation states that are so relevant in an era dominated both by globalization and resurgent nationalism." Steve Blandford, Planet, Issue 181 "This is an important volume in the growing number of published studies on film and media in Wales." "...attractive volume." "This is a significant study which will no doubt be extremely useful for media researchers in Wales and beyond. It provides new and fascinating insights into cinema as an industry in Wales." "Miskell's study undoubtedly enhances our knowledge of this extremely popular pastime and industry in Wales." Gwenno Ffrancon, Swansea University, New Welsh Review, No. 75A"This is a topic of no small historical significance and Miskell has crafted a thoughtful, detailed and enjoyable book.A"Martin Johnes, Urban History, Volume 34/3

See the publisher website: University of Wales Press