"An examination of humanitarianism in Western society. Argues that humanitarianism has become a staple part of modern media and celebrity culture."--Provided by publisher.
"An examination of humanitarianism in Western society. Argues that humanitarianism has become a staple part of modern media and celebrity culture."--Provided by publisher.
Why do so many people care so much about celebrities? Who decides who gets to be a star? What are the privileges and pleasures of fandom? Do celebrities ever deserve the outsized attention they receive? In this fascinating and deeply researched book, Sharon Marcus challenges eve…
Stardom and celebrity: a reader
'Stardom and Celebrity' brings together some of the seminal interventions which have structured the development of star/celebrity studies, while combining and situating these within the context of new essays which address the contemporary cross-media and international landscape …
'Stardom and Celebrity' brings together some of the seminal interventions which have structured the development of star/celebrity studies, while combining and situating these within the context of new essays which address the contemporary, cross-media and international landscape…
This follow-up to Chris Rojek's hugely successful 2001 book "Celebrity" assesses what celebrity culture means now, especially in the age of reality TV. Rojek argues that the framework for looking at celebrity culture is still valid, but the genres of ascribed celebrity, achieved…
Explores the unlikely bond between the famous Austrian composer and his pet starling, providing an unexpected window into human-animal friendships, music, and the nature of creative inspiration.
Global Icons considers how highly visible public figures such as Mother Theresa become global icons capable of galvanizing intense affect and sometimes even catalyzing social change.