The Reel Civil War

Focusing on the late nineteenth century, the narrative explores how various media, including magazines and novels, reshaped the Civil War's portrayal by minimizing slavery and racial injustice while perpetuating harmful stereotypes. It examines the transition of these distorted representations into the film industry, revealing the lasting impact of these misinterpretations on American culture and collective memory. The book highlights the interplay between historical narrative and cinema, shedding light on the complexities of race and reconciliation in American history.