World War II Propaganda

Analyzing the Art of Persuasion during Wartime

David Welch (University of Kent, UK)

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English

ABC-CLIO
12 October 2017

European history; 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000; Second World War; Propaganda

Shows in illuminating detail how the Allied and Axis forces used visual images and other propaganda material to sway public opinion during World War II. Author David Welch provides a neatly organized primary resource that focuses on key themes associated with World War II propaganda. Readers will not only be engrossed with a wide range of propaganda artifacts, they will also receive a better and more nuanced understanding of the nature of this propaganda and how it was disseminated in different cultural and political contexts.

This book reveals how leaders and spin doctors operating at behest of the state sought to shape popular attitudes both at home and overseas. A comprehensive introductory essay sets out the principles of propaganda theory in World War II, while the subsequent material provides examples of Allied- and Axis-generated propaganda and presents them in a readily accessible way that will help readers understand the context.

By: David Welch (University of Kent UK)
Imprint: ABC-CLIO
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm,
Weight: 652g
ISBN: 9781610696739
ISBN 10: 1610696735
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 12 October 2017
Recommended Age: From 7 to 17 years
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

"Primary Sources Introduction 1. The Propaganda War 2. Radio Propaganda: When Hitler Speaks 3. America Enters the War 4. The Poster 5. The Propaganda of Leadership 6. The Myth of Dunkirk 7. Careless Talk 8. Nazi Anti-British and Anti-Bolshevik Propaganda 9. In Defense of Mother Russia 10. Mobilizing for Total War: The Witting and Unwitting Testimony 11. Women at War 12. Keeping Healthy and Personal Hygiene 13. Buy War Bonds 14. Posting Propaganda 15. Feedback Agencies: Gauging Propaganda Success 16. Witness to War 17. Animated Film and Sheet Music 18. Art and War 19. Propaganda under Occupation: Vichy France 20. ""Black"" Propaganda and Operation overlord (D-Day) 21. Images of the Enemy 22. Postscript Select Bibliography Index"

David Welch is professor of modern history and director of the Centre for the Study of War, Propaganda and Society at the University of Kent.

Reviews for World War II Propaganda: Analyzing the Art of Persuasion during Wartime

[T]he information is excellent, including background information on using propaganda effectively. . . . Plenty of primary sources, expert analysis, and an extensive bibliography provide readers with excellent resources. . . . . For the serious researcher, this work will be useful with multi-national perspectives represented. - School Library Connection [A] very useful purchase. . . . Summing Up: Highly recommended. All larger public and academic levels/libraries. - Choice A readable overview of different types and functions of propaganda. . . . Discussion of untrue morale-busting pamphlets used by several factions is especially fascinating. VERDICT World War II and ways in which the media alter attitudes are of enduring interest to readers. - Library Journal This book is recommended for public and academic libraries with patrons interested in the total conflict that was the Second World War and methods of persuasion. - Booklist