Imagining the American West through Film and Tourism

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Exploring the mythic West, this book delves into the interplay of travel, film, and frontiers, revealing how popular culture shapes the tourism experience. It examines the paradoxes of the West as both an evocative frontier and a boundary between civilization and wilderness, order and lawlessness. Drawing on diverse films, literature, and locations—from festivals to national parks—it highlights the intricate connections between these themes, offering fresh perspectives on the constructed imagination of this iconic region.