Shadowed Ground

by Foote, Kenneth E.

• ISBN13: 9780292705258
• ISBN10: 0292705255
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780292756144
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-04-01
• Publisher: UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO PRESS
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About This Book

Shadowed Ground: America's Landscapes of Violence and Tragedy

ISBN: 9780292705258

"Shadowed Ground" is a thought-provoking exploration of how Americans have memorialized and responded to sites of tragic and violent events over the past three centuries. Written by Kenneth E. Foote, this book delves into the complex and often contradictory ways in which society commemorates its darkest moments.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, "Shadowed Ground" is used by students and educators in courses focused on American history, cultural studies, and geography. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the cultural and historical contexts of violence and tragedy in America. This book can be particularly useful for those studying topics like memorialization, public memory, and the impact of historical events on contemporary society.

History and Editions

The first edition of "Shadowed Ground" was published in 2003 by the University of Texas Press. Since then, there have been no major revisions or updates to the book. However, Kenneth Foote has written a new concluding chapter for a revised edition that examines evolving responses to recent acts of violence and terror[3].

Author and Other Works

Kenneth E. Foote is a renowned geographer and cultural historian. His work often explores the intersection of space, culture, and memory. "Shadowed Ground" is one of his most notable contributions to the field of cultural geography. Foote's writing style is engaging and accessible, making complex historical and cultural concepts easy to understand.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780292705258
• Used Paperback: Available through various sellers like HPB-Red, HPB-Emerald, and Book Deals[2][4].
• New Paperback: Available through Grumpy's Fine Books[2].

Publication Details

• Publisher: University of Texas Press
• Publication Date: 2003
• Number of Pages: Not specified
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other editions or formats of "Shadowed Ground" listed, it is worth noting that the book has been referenced in academic contexts and used in various courses related to American studies and cultural geography.

Related ISBNs:

• 9780292705258 (Paperback)
• 9780292705255 (Paperback, same as above)

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Author Biography

Kenneth E. Foote is Professor and Chair of Geography at the University of Colorado at Boulder, where he directs the Center for Geographic Education.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1	1	(35)
A Landscape of Violence and Tragedy
Chapter 2	36	(44)
The Veneration of Heroes and Martyrs
Chapter 3	80	(31)
Community and Catharsis
Chapter 4	111	(34)
Heroic Lessons
Chapter 5	145	(29)
Innocent Places
Chapter 6	174	(40)
The Mark of Shame
Chapter 7	214	(51)
The Land-Shape of Memory and Tradition
Chapter 8	265	(28)
Stigmata of National Identity
Chapter 9	293	(44)
Invisible and Shadowed Pasts
Afterword	337	(22)
Recent Traumas, Changing Memories, Continuing Tensions
Notes	359	(24)
Index	383