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Fake Heritage
- Why We Rebuild Monuments
Engelsk Hardback
Fake Heritage
- Why We Rebuild Monuments
Engelsk Hardback

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The first survey of the many redesigned and imitation historical landmarks and objects that dot the globe“John Darlington shows . . . it is not just written history that is malleable; it is also history on the ground, heritage in brick and stone, wood and metal.”—Simon Jenkins, Times Literary Supplement What happens when the past—or, more specifically, a piece of cultural heritage—is fabricated? From 50 replica Eiffel Towers located around the world to Saddam Hussein’s reconstructions of ancient cities, examples of forged heritage are widespread. Some are easy to dismiss as blatant frauds (the Piltdown Man), while others adhere to honest copying or respectful homage (the Parthenon in Nashville, Tennessee). This compelling book examines copies of historic buildings, faux archaeological sites, and other false artifacts, using them to explore the ethics and consequences of reconstructing the past; it also tackles the issues involved with faithful, “above-board” re-creations of ancient landmarks.   John Darlington probes questions of historical authenticity, seeking the lessons that lurk when history is twisted to tell an untrue story. Amplified by stunning images, the narrative underscores how the issue of duplicating heritage is both intriguing and incredibly complex, especially in the twenty-first century—as communication and technology flourish, so too do our opportunities to be deceived.
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Sprog:
Engelsk
Sider:
248
ISBN-13:
9780300246766
Indbinding:
Hardback
Udgave:
ISBN-10:
0300246765
Udg. Dato:
13 okt 2020
Længde:
28mm
Bredde:
244mm
Højde:
168mm
Forlag:
Yale University Press
Oplagsdato:
13 okt 2020
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