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