 | 1812: War and the Passions of Patriotism Subjects: United States -- History -- War of 1812; Patriotism -- United States -- History -- 19th century; Emotions -- Social aspects -- United States -- History -- 19th century; In this cultural history of the War of 1812, Nicole Eustace examines the way this expensive, unproductive war won popular support through appeal to the emotions. 1812 looks at the major dramatic events of the war and the subsequent songs, speeches, and images that spoke of opportunity and romantic adventure. Nicole Eustace is Associate Professor of History at New York University and author of Passion Is the Gale: Emotion, Power, and the Coming of the American Revolution. |
