Westerns
The settlement of the west has prompted storys which have captivated
the public throughout this century. More than any other historic event it has
been written about in books, magazines and comic books. Screen writers are no
exception, it has been the most popular subject of motion pictures from their
inception. It's nearness in history is one of the most important reasons for
it's success.
Soon after the west's settlement, motion pictures became popular.
Parents and grandparents were telling stories that were made even more real by
the events seen on the big screen. A person could much more easily imagine
events occurring
within the past 50 years or so as compared to 150 years with the
revolution. This nearness in history gave stories of the west a realistic appeal
for the masses.
With the turn of the century came the industrial revolution. At this
time the average person's life changed radically. People now became "factory
workers," clocking in and leaving their......
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