Johnny Cash and the Paradox of American Identity

by Leigh H. Edwards

Book Overview

Throughout his career, Johnny Cash has been depicted--and has depicted himself--as a walking contradiction: social protestor and establishment patriot, drugged wildman and devout Christian crusader, rebel outlaw hillbilly thug and elder statesman. Leigh H. Edwards explores the allure of this paradoxical image and its cultural significance. She argues that Cash embodies irresolvable contradictions of American identity that reflect foundational issues...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0253220610
• ISBN13: 9780253220615
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.5" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher