Looking Back.
Published In: National Review, 2024, v. 76, n. 4. P. 60 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: EPSTEIN, JOSEPH 3 of 3
Abstract
"Yesterday: A New History of Nostalgia" by Tobias Becker explores the complex history and meanings of nostalgia. The book traces the origins of the word and its evolution over time, from describing homesickness to sentimental yearning for the past. Becker argues that nostalgia cannot be divorced from its emotional quality and examines its role in politics, popular culture, and aesthetics. The book also explores the dangers of nostalgia, such as glorifying the past and denigrating the present. Overall, "Yesterday" provides a comprehensive exploration of nostalgia and its significance in society. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:National Review. 2024/04, Vol. 76, Issue 4, p60
- Document Type:Interview
- Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:0028-0038
- Accession Number:175583502
- Copyright Statement:Copyright of National Review is the property of National Review Inc. and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.