| Anthem Quality: National Songs: A Theoretical Survey Contributor(s): Kelen, Christopher (Author) |
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ISBN: 1783204729 ISBN-13: 9781783204724 Publisher: Intellect (UK) OUR PRICE: $39.60 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Music | Genres & Styles - Military & Marches - Social Science | Anthropology - Cultural & Social - Music | Lyrics |
| Dewey: 781.599 |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.6" W x 8.9" (0.88 lbs) 204 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Anthem Quality analyzes the lyrics of many anthems in order to explore their historical and contemporary context. Christopher Kelen's research reveals how many of the world's most famous and best-known national anthems, including "The Marseillaise," "The Star-Spangled Banner," and "God Save the Queen" deal with such topics as authority, religion, and political devotion.
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Contributor Bio(s): Kelen, Christopher: - Christopher Kelen isprofessor in the English Department at the University of Macau, China. |