Paul Fussell
Academic / Scholar
American · 20th century
American cultural and literary historian best known for 'The Great War and Modern Memory,' a study of how World War One was remembered and memorialized in literature and culture.
Connection to Taylor Swift
His work on war as a cultural and literary framework provides context for Taylor's extensive use of war metaphors across her catalogue, particularly in songs like Clean and The Great War.
Notable Works
- The Great War and Modern Memory, Wartime: Understanding and Behavior in the Second World War, Class: A Guide Through the American Status System