Standing Soldiers, Kneeling Slaves: Race, War, and Monument in Nineteenth-Century America, New Edition
by Kirk Savage
In Standing Soldiers, Kneeling Slaves, Kirk Savage investigates how nineteenth-century American monuments intertwined race, war, and citizenship. From statues of soldiers to figures of enslaved individuals, these public works captured the era's tensions and ideals. The new edition offers renewed perspectives on their enduring impact on historical memory and public space.
About This Book
Standing Soldiers, Kneeling Slaves delves into the role of monuments in nineteenth-century America, focusing on how they embodied themes of race and war.
The book analyzes the creation and meaning of public sculptures that commemorated military conflicts and social hierarchies during this era.
Through a detailed historical lens, it reveals the cultural significance of these monuments in defining national identity.
This new edition updates the original work with fresh insights into ongoing discussions about memory and representation.
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