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Roadhouse Blues
Morrison, The Doors, and the Death Days of the Sixties
Häftad, 2022
235 kr
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“Smart, engaging...”—PopMatters“Fascinating, informative, extraordinary, and essential reading for the legions of Jim Morrison fans.”—Midwest Book ReviewShrouded in mystery and the swirling psychedelic sounds of the Sixties, the Doors have captivated listeners across seven decades. Jim …
1900s
Inbunden, 2002
885 kr
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the so-called quiet decade of 1900-1910 was anything but quiet. Spurred by the energy and progressive attitude of President Theodore Roosevelt and millions of immigrants flooding into our cities, American life saw tremendous cultural and technological change. A healthy economy gave workers more …
1980s
Av Bob Batchelor, Scott F. Stoddart
Inbunden, 2006
739 kr
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The eighties are seen by many as a time of excess and extremes. From Boy George to Madonna, metal heads to valley girls, and workout clothes to shoulder pads, many pushed the boundaries of what was was conventional. After a decade of war, disillusionment of the government, advances in civil rights, …
2000s
Inbunden, 2008
739 kr
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Welcome to Pop Culture 2.0. In the 2000s, Generation eXposure, emerged from the marriage of new technology and the nation's obsession with celebrity. Social media technology, such as MySpace, YouTube, Facebook, and countless blogs, gave everyman a voice and a public persona that they could share …
2000s
E-bok, 2008
803 kr
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Welcome to Pop Culture 2.0. In the 2000s, Generation eXposure, emerged from the marriage of new technology and the nation's obsession with celebrity. Social media technology, such as MySpace, YouTube, Facebook, and countless blogs, gave everyman a voice and a public persona that they could share …
Cult Pop Culture
How the Fringe Became Mainstream [3 Volumes]
E-bok, 2011
2097 kr
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This three-volume collection of original essays examines cult pop culture, the often-seedy underbelly of American popular culture. Cult Pop Culture: How the Fringe Became Mainstream is the first collection dedicated to the quirky, offbeat aspects of American popular culture that people have loved, …
American Pop
Popular Culture Decade by Decade [4 Volumes]
E-bok, 2008
4677 kr
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Pop culture is the heart and soul of America, a unifying bridge across time bringing together generations of diverse backgrounds. Whether looking at the bright lights of the Jazz Age in the 1920s, the sexual and the rock-n-roll revolution of the 1960s, or the thriving social networking websites of …
American History through American Sports
From Colonial Lacrosse to Extreme Sports [3 Volumes]
Av Bob Batchelor, Danielle Sarver Coombs
E-bok, 2012
1979 kr
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Filled with insightful analysis and compelling arguments, this book considers the influence of sports on popular culture and spotlights the fascinating ways in which sports culture and American culture intersect. This collection blends historical and popular culture perspectives in its analysis of …
Bob Dylan
A Biography
Inbunden, 2014
535 kr
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Bob Dylan transcends music. He has established himself as one of the most important figures in entertainment history. This biography examines the life and work of the iconic artist, including his groundbreaking achievements of the last two decades.In this thematically organized biography, cultural …
Bob Dylan
A Biography
E-bok, 2014
579 kr
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Bob Dylan transcends music. He has established himself as one of the most important figures in entertainment history. This biography examines the life and work of the iconic artist, including his groundbreaking achievements of the last two decades. In this thematically organized biography, cultural …
John Updike
A Critical Biography
Inbunden, 2013
825 kr
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One of the world's greatest writers, John Updike chronicled America for more than five decades. This book examines the essence of Updike's writing, propelling our understanding of his award-winning fiction, prose, and poetry.Widely considered "America's Man of Letters," John Updike is a prolific …
John Updike
A Critical Biography
E-bok, 2013
810 kr
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One of the world's greatest writers, John Updike chronicled America for more than five decades. This book examines the essence of Updike's writing, propelling our understanding of his award-winning fiction, prose, and poetry. Widely considered "America's Man of Letters," John Updike is a prolific …
We Are What We Sell
How Advertising Shapes American Life. . . and Always Has [3 Volumes]
Av Danielle Sarver Coombs, Bob Batchelor
E-bok, 2014
2246 kr
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For the last 150 years, advertising has created a consumer culture in the United States, shaping every facet of American life—from what we eat and drink to the clothes we wear and the cars we drive. In the United States, advertising has carved out an essential place in American culture, and …
Gatsby
The Cultural History of the Great American Novel
Inbunden, 2013
906 kr
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In 1925, F. Scott Fitzgerald produced his third novel, a slim work for which he had high expectations. Despite such hopes, the novel received mixed reviews and lackluster sales. Over the decades, however, the reputation of The Great Gatsby has grown and millions of copies have been sold. One of the …
Kotex, Kleenex, Huggies
Kimberly-Clark and the Consumer Revolution in American Business
Av Thomas Heinrich, Bob Batchelor
Häftad, 2017
694 kr
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Heroines of Comic Books and Literature
Portrayals in Popular Culture
Av Maja Bajac-Carter, Norma Jones m. fl.
Inbunden, 2014
1486 kr
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Despite the growing importance of heroines across literary culture—and sales figures that demonstrate both young adult and adult females are reading about heroines in droves, particularly in graphic novels, comic books, and YA literature—few scholarly collections have examined the complex …
Heroines of Film and Television
Portrayals in Popular Culture
Av Norma Jones, Maja Bajac-Carter m. fl.
Inbunden, 2014
1356 kr
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As portrayals of heroic women gain ground in film, television, and other media, their depictions are breaking free of females as versions of male heroes or simple stereotypes of acutely weak or overly strong women. Although heroines continue to represent the traditional roles of mothers, goddesses, …
Michael Chabon's America
Magical Words, Secret Worlds, and Sacred Spaces
Av Jesse Kavadlo, Bob Batchelor
Inbunden, 2014
1396 kr
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Author Michael Chabon is acutely attuned to life in contemporary America, providing insight into the history of the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries in novels such as The Mysteries of Pittsburgh (1988), Wonder Boys (1995), and Telegraph Avenue (2012). The Pulitzer prize–winning …
Gatsby
The Cultural History of the Great American Novel
Häftad, 2015
531 kr
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In 1925, F. Scott Fitzgerald produced his third novel, a slim work for which he had high expectations. Despite such hopes, the novel received mixed reviews and lackluster sales. Over the decades, however, the reputation of The Great Gatsby has grown and millions of copies have been sold. One of the …
Aging Heroes
Growing Old in Popular Culture
Inbunden, 2015
1143 kr
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Despite the increasing number and variety of older characters appearing in film, television, comics, and other popular culture, much of the understanding of these figures has been limited to outdated stereotypes of aging. These include depictions of frailty, resistance to modern life, and …
Mad Men
A Cultural History
Av M. Keith Booker, Bob Batchelor
Inbunden, 2016
626 kr
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From the opening credits that feature a silhouette falling among skyscrapers, Mad Men transcended its role as a series about the Madison Avenue advertising industry to become a modern classic. For seven seasons, Mad Men asked viewers to contemplate the 1960s anew, reassessing the tumultuous era’s …
Mad Men
A Cultural History
Av M. Keith Booker, Bob Batchelor
E-bok, 2016
228 kr
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"A comprehensive examination of the ways in which [the series] uses American cultural memory . . . to shape . . . characters'' developments and the narrative arc." —Journal of American Culture From the opening credits that feature a silhouette falling among skyscrapers, Mad Men transcended its role …
Heroines of Comic Books and Literature
Portrayals in Popular Culture
Av Maja Bajac-Carter, Norma Jones m. fl.
Häftad, 2016
568 kr
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Despite the growing importance of heroines across literary culture—and sales figures that demonstrate both young adult and adult females are reading about heroines in droves, particularly in graphic novels, comic books, and YA literature—few scholarly collections have examined the complex …
Heroines of Film and Television
Portrayals in Popular Culture
Av Norma Jones, Maja Bajac-Carter m. fl.
Häftad, 2016
518 kr
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As portrayals of heroic women gain ground in film, television, and other media, their depictions are breaking free of females as versions of male heroes or simple stereotypes of acutely weak or overly strong women. Although heroines continue to represent the traditional roles of mothers, goddesses, …
Stan Lee
The Man behind Marvel
Inbunden, 2017
309 kr
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The Amazing Spider-Man. The Incredible Hulk. The Invincible Iron Man. Black Panther. These are just a few of the iconic superheroes to emerge from the mind of Stan Lee. From the mean streets of Depression-era New York City to recipient of the National Medal of Arts, Lee’s life has been almost as …
Stan Lee
The Man behind Marvel
Häftad, 2018
203 kr
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The Amazing Spider-Man. The Incredible Hulk. The Invincible Iron Man. Black Panther. These are just a few of the iconic superheroes to emerge from the mind of Stan Lee. From the mean streets of Depression-era New York City to recipient of the National Medal of Arts, Lee’s life has been almost as …
Stan Lee
A Life, Centennial Edition
Inbunden, 2022
276 kr
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The definitive biography of Marvel legend Stan Lee, celebrating the 100th anniversary of his birth.Stan Lee’s extraordinary life was as epic as the superheroes he co-created, from the Amazing Spider-Man to the Mighty Avengers. His ideas and voice are at the heart of global culture, loved by …
Stan Lee
The Man behind Marvel, Young Adult Edition
Häftad, 2022
210 kr
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The definitive biography of Marvel legend Stan Lee, now adapted for young readers.Stan Lee’s extraordinary life was as epic as the superheroes he co-created, from the Amazing Spider-Man to the Mighty Avengers. His ideas and voice are at the heart of global culture, loved by millions of superhero …
Strikeout King
The Life and Legend of Nolan Ryan
Inbunden, 2027
267 kr
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A captivating, immersive look into the extraordinary life of an iconic Hall of Fame pitcherFrom the heart of small-town Texas to the glamour of the major leagues, Nolan Ryan’s name is etched in baseball and sports mythology. He is a true American legend, achieving feats on the mound that transcend …
