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Jerry Lembcke Books

    Jerry Lembcke is an emeritus professor of sociology whose work critically examines cultural myths and their societal impact. He delves into the deconstruction of entrenched beliefs, uncovering the hidden social forces at play. Lembcke's approach is analytical and incisive, offering readers fresh perspectives on seemingly familiar phenomena. His writing appeals to those seeking a deeper understanding of social dynamics.

    The Cult of the Victim-Veteran
    Hanoi Jane: War, Sex & Fantasies of Betrayal

    • Hanoi Jane: War, Sex & Fantasies of Betrayal

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.6(25)Add rating

      This analysis delves into the transformation of Jane Fonda from a celebrated actress to the controversial figure known as Hanoi Jane. It explores the cultural and political factors that contributed to her notoriety during the Vietnam War, examining the impact of her activism and public persona. The book investigates the complexities of her identity, the media's role in shaping her image, and the lasting implications of her actions on American society and politics.

      Hanoi Jane: War, Sex & Fantasies of Betrayal

    • The Cult of the Victim-Veteran

      The Cult of the Victim Veteran explores the pool of American post-Vietnam War angst that rightists began plying in the 1980s. Ronald Reagan's 1984 proclamation of a new "Morning in America" encoded the war as the moment of the nation's fall from grace; it was the meme plagiarized by Donald Trump... číst celé

      The Cult of the Victim-Veteran