The Palgrave Handbook of Popular Culture as Philosophy

The Palgrave Handbook of Popular Culture as Philosophy
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 2127
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ISBN-10 : 9783031246852
ISBN-13 : 3031246853
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Synopsis The Palgrave Handbook of Popular Culture as Philosophy by : Dean A. Kowalski

Much philosophical work on pop culture apologises for its use; using popular culture is a necessary evil, something merely useful for reaching the masses with important philosophical arguments. But works of pop culture are important in their own right--they shape worldviews, inspire ideas, change minds. We wouldn't baulk at a book dedicated to examining the philosophy of The Great Gatsby or 1984--why aren't Star Trek and Superman fair game as well? After all, when produced, the former were considered pop culture just as much as the latter. This will be the first major reference work to right that wrong, gathering together entries on film, television, games, graphic novels and comedy, and officially recognizing the importance of the field. It will be the go-to resource for students and researchers in philosophy, culture, media and communications, English and history and will act as a springboard to introduce the reader to the other key literature in the field.

The Palgrave Handbook of Popular Culture as Philosophy

The Palgrave Handbook of Popular Culture as Philosophy
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Publisher : Palgrave Macmillan
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 3031246845
ISBN-13 : 9783031246845
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Synopsis The Palgrave Handbook of Popular Culture as Philosophy by : Dean A. Kowalski

Much philosophical work on pop culture apologises for its use; using popular culture is a necessary evil, something merely useful for reaching the masses with important philosophical arguments. But works of pop culture are important in their own right--they shape worldviews, inspire ideas, change minds. We wouldn't baulk at a book dedicated to examining the philosophy of The Great Gatsby or 1984--why aren't Star Trek and Superman fair game as well? After all, when produced, the former were considered pop culture just as much as the latter. This will be the first major reference work to right that wrong, gathering together entries on film, television, games, graphic novels and comedy, and officially recognizing the importance of the field. It will be the go-to resource for students and researchers in philosophy, culture, media and communications, English and history and will act as a springboard to introduce the reader to the other key literature in the field.

Steven Spielberg and Philosophy

Steven Spielberg and Philosophy
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Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
Total Pages : 254
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ISBN-10 : 9780813138701
ISBN-13 : 0813138701
Rating : 4/5 (01 Downloads)

Synopsis Steven Spielberg and Philosophy by : Dean A. Kowalski

“This lively collection of essays on the ideas underpinning his films enriches and enlarges our understanding of Spielberg’s complex body of work.” —Joseph McBride, author of Steven Spielberg: A Biography Few directors have had as powerful an influence on the film industry and the movie-going public as Steven Spielberg. Whatever the subject—dinosaurs, war, extra-terrestrials, slavery, the Holocaust, or terrorism—one clear and consistent touchstone is present in all of Spielberg’s films: an interest in the human condition. In movies ranging from Jaws to Schindler’s List to Amistad to Jurassic Park, he has brought to life some of the most popular heroes—and most despised villains—of all time. In Steven Spielberg and Philosophy, Dean A. Kowalski and some of the nation’s most respected philosophers investigate Spielberg’s art to illuminate the nature of humanity. The book explores rich themes such as cinematic realism, fictional belief, terrorism, family ethics, consciousness, virtue and moral character, human rights, and religion in Spielberg’s work. Avid moviegoers and deep thinkers will discover plenty to enjoy in this collection.

Philosophy and the Interpretation of Pop Culture

Philosophy and the Interpretation of Pop Culture
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Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages : 310
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ISBN-10 : 074255175X
ISBN-13 : 9780742551756
Rating : 4/5 (5X Downloads)

Synopsis Philosophy and the Interpretation of Pop Culture by : William Irwin

Containing thirteen articles, this book makes the case to philosophers that popular culture is worthy of their attention. It considers popular art forms such as movies, television shows, comic books, children's stories, photographs, and rock songs.

The Philosophy of Joss Whedon

The Philosophy of Joss Whedon
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Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
Total Pages : 248
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ISBN-10 : 9780813139975
ISBN-13 : 081313997X
Rating : 4/5 (75 Downloads)

Synopsis The Philosophy of Joss Whedon by : Dean A. Kowalski

Every generation produces a counterculture icon. Joss Whedon, creator of the long-running television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, is famed for his subversive wit, rich characters, and extraordinary plotlines. His renown has only grown with subsequent creations, including Angel, Firefly, Dollhouse, and the innovative online series Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog. Through premises as unusual as a supernatural detective agency run by a vampire and a Western set in outer space, Whedon weaves stories about characters forced to make commonplace moral decisions under the most bizarre of circumstances. The Philosophy of Joss Whedon examines Whedon's plots and characterizations to reveal their philosophical takes on the limits of personal freedom, sexual morality, radical evil, and Daoism.

The Palgrave Handbook of Critical Theory

The Palgrave Handbook of Critical Theory
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 732
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ISBN-10 : 9781137558015
ISBN-13 : 1137558016
Rating : 4/5 (15 Downloads)

Synopsis The Palgrave Handbook of Critical Theory by : Michael J. Thompson

This handbook is the only major survey of critical theory from philosophical, political, sociological, psychological and historical vantage points. It emphasizes not only on the historical and philosophical roots of critical theory, but also its current themes and trends as well as future applications and directions. It addresses specific areas of interest that have forged the critical theory tradition, such as critical social psychology, aesthetics and the critique of culture, communicative action, and the critique of instrumental reason. It is intended for those interested in exploring the influential paradigm of critical theory from multiple, interdisciplinary perspectives and understanding its contribution to the humanities and the social sciences.

Watchmen and Philosophy

Watchmen and Philosophy
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 247
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ISBN-10 : 9780470730300
ISBN-13 : 0470730307
Rating : 4/5 (00 Downloads)

Synopsis Watchmen and Philosophy by : William Irwin

Alan Moore's Watchmen is set in 1985 and chronicles the alternative history of the United States where the US edges dangerously closer to nuclear war with the Soviet Union. Within this world exists a group of crime busters, who don elaborate costumes to conceal their identity and fight crime, and an intricate plot to kill and discredit these "superheroes." Alan Moore's Watchmen popularized the graphic novel format, has been named one of Time magazine's top 100 novels, and is now being made into a highly anticipated movie adaptation. This latest book in the popular Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series peers into Moore's deeply philosophical work to parse and deconstruct the ethical issues raised by Watchmen's costumed adventurers, their actions, and their world. From nuclear destruction to utopia, from governmental authority to human morality and social responsibility, it answers questions fans have had for years about Watchmen's ethical quandaries, themes, and characters.

The Palgrave Handbook of Posthumanism in Film and Television

The Palgrave Handbook of Posthumanism in Film and Television
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 743
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ISBN-10 : 9781137430328
ISBN-13 : 113743032X
Rating : 4/5 (28 Downloads)

Synopsis The Palgrave Handbook of Posthumanism in Film and Television by : Michael Hauskeller

What does popular culture's relationship with cyborgs, robots, vampires and zombies tell us about being human? Insightful scholarly perspectives shine a light on how film and television evince and portray the philosophical roots, the social ramifications and the future visions of a posthumanist world.

The Palgrave Handbook of Anarchism

The Palgrave Handbook of Anarchism
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 744
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ISBN-10 : 9783319756202
ISBN-13 : 3319756206
Rating : 4/5 (02 Downloads)

Synopsis The Palgrave Handbook of Anarchism by : Carl Levy

This handbook unites leading scholars from around the world in exploring anarchism as a political ideology, from an examination of its core principles, an analysis of its history, and an assessment of its contribution to the struggles that face humanity today. Grounded in a conceptual and historical approach, each entry charts what is distinctive about the anarchist response to particular intellectual, political, cultural and social phenomena, and considers how these values have changed over time. At its heart is a sustained process of conceptual definition and an extended examination of the core claims of this frequently misunderstood political tradition. It is the definitive scholarly reference work on anarchism as a political ideology, and should be a crucial text for scholars, students, and activists alike.