Disneyland and American Mythmaking
by
Priscilla Hobbs
Language: English
Release Date: June 14, 2015
The “Happiest Place on Earth” opened in 1955 during a trying time in American life—the Cold War. Disneyland was envisioned as a utopian resort where families could play together and escape the tension of the “real world.” Since its construction, the park has continually been updated to reflect...