Description
Book SynopsisOffers an original, thought provoking analysis of the origins and permutations of Danish modernism and Danish national identity
Trade Review"Allen weaves a compelling cultural analysis about national identity and its mores. The juxtaposition of the works of Georg Brandes and Asta Nielsen is highly original and Allen's contribution offers a much-needed introduction to an English reading audience of these important cultural figures." Karin Sanders, University of California, Berkeley
Table of ContentsPreface
Acknowledgments
Section One | Introduction
1. The Critic and the Actress: Crafting Art and National Identity
Section Two | George Brandes
2. The Literary Revolutionary: Marketing Danish Modernity in Imperial Germany
3. The Outspoken Radical: Political Journalism and Provocative Pacifism
Section Three | Asta Nielsen
4. The Danish Diva: Identity Games in Prewar Silent Cinema
5. The New Woman: Enacting Scandinavian Modernity on Screen
Conclusion
Notes
Bibliography
Index
