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FANS AND FANDOM
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Thinking Through Memes
Thinking Through Memes is an introductory, interdisciplinary project that brings together authors from a wide variety of disciplines to discuss and explore issues surrounding the popular culture phenomenon known as memes. This anthology looks at the cultural, ethical, philosophical, and societal influence that memes have. Questions as to the nature of memes as art, the rhetorical influence of memes, how memes operate at a psychological and cultural level, and why memes are important across a variety of areas in our lives are discussed in various ways throughout the chapters. Attention has been paid by the authors to avoid jargon and make their text as accessible as possible, encouraging readers to explore and think further on the issues. The text includes vocabulary terms and learning objectives for easy navigation.
Cosplay and the Dressing of Identity
Featuring several images of cosplay, a fun and fascinating look at the power and meaning of this cultural phenomenon. Cosplay, born from the fusion of “costume” and “play,” transcends mere dress-up by transforming enthusiasts of TV shows, movies, books, or video games into living embodiments of their cherished characters. This book is a close exploration of the vibrant world of cosplay, showing what makes it so captivating for so many. Vivian Asimos frames cosplay as an enactment and embodiment of mythology, revealing its inherent complexity, and in so doing, provides valuable insight into cosplayers’ experiences. Exploring cosplay performances, the skills involved, and its community, she shows how cosplayers build a strong connection to the characters and stories they treasure, and ultimately how they are constructing their own identities.
Seen and Unseen
A riveting exploration of how visual media has shifted the narrative on race and reignited the push towards justice by the author of the “worthy and necessary” (The New York Times) Nobody Marc Lamont Hill and the bestselling author and acclaimed journalist Todd Brewster. With his signature “clear and courageous” (Cornel West) voice Marc Lamont Hill and New York Times bestselling author Todd Brewster weave four recent pivotal moments in America’s racial divide into their disturbing historical context—starting with the killing of George Floyd. Seen and Unseen reveals the connections between our current news headlines and social media feeds and the country’s long struggle against ...
Fans and Fandom
A history of the fandom and fan culture, from ancient tales to modern media, celebrate the history, impact, and diversity of fandoms. Do you have a Google alert for your favourite band going on tour? Or maybe you have a pull list at your local comicbook shop? Or perhaps you've got a season ticket to your sports team of choice? That would make you a fan, whether you realise it or not, and there's a lot more to fan culture than you might think. In the 21st century pop culture is everywhere; you can't move for a new superhero film or major franchise appearing in our lives and we love it. We're just jumping into the media landscape headfirst in order to get more of our favs, track down spoilers ...
Old Stones
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New York Court of Appeals. Records and Briefs.
Volume contains: 115 NY 200 (People v. Packenham) 115 NY 427 (People v. Andrews) 115 NY 466 (Moller v. Moller) 115 NY 506 (Riggs v. Palmer) 115 NY 527 (Randall v. Van Wagenen) 115 NY 556 (Mayer v. Dean) 115 NY 658 (People v. Carolin) 115 NY 666 (Secor v. Clark)
