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Attractions of Violent Entertainment for Audiences
The first book to offer a careful examination of the reasons behind our attraction to depictions of violence and the sizeable market for violent entertainment is titled "Why We Watch." This captivating collection of essays delves into the presence of violent imagery not only in contemporary America, but also across time, from classical antiquity to the present day. The contributors, hailing from diverse fields such as anthropology, history, literary theory, psychology, communications, and film criticism, explore the prevalence of violent imagery in a wide range of cultural domains, including literature, religion, fairy tales, video games, children's toys, photojournalism, and sports.
The distinguished contributors, such as Allen Guttmann, Vicki Goldberg, Maria Tatar, Joanne Cantor, J. Hoberman, Clark McCauley, Maurice Bloch, Dolf Zillmann, and the volume's editor, Jeffrey Goldstein, aim to define the distinctive characteristics of the culture of violence. The book addresses a crucial but often overlooked aspect of the media-violence problem: Why is violent imagery so prevalent?
Clear, accessible, and timely, this book is a must-read for anyone concerned with the multiple points of access to violent representation. The essays examine the presence of violent imagery not just in contemporary America, but also across time and in a wide range of cultural domains, including literature, religion, fairy tales, video games, children's toys, photojournalism, and sports.
The volume's contributors, experts in their respective fields, provide a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the reasons behind our fascination with violent imagery and the extensive market for violent entertainment. They delve into the historical and cultural contexts that have shaped our relationship with depictions of violence, offering valuable insights into this complex and often controversial issue.
"Why We Watch" is a groundbreaking work that challenges readers to confront their own fascination with violence and to consider the broader implications of this phenomenon. By examining the prevalence of violent imagery across time and cultural domains, the book sheds light on the underlying psychological, social, and cultural factors that drive our appetite for violent entertainment.
Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the pervasive influence of violent imagery in our society. Its clear, accessible language and the diverse perspectives of its contributors make it an invaluable resource for scholars, media professionals, policymakers, and general readers alike.
product information:
| Attribute | Value | ||||
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| publisher | Oxford University Press (October 15, 1998) | ||||
| language | English | ||||
| paperback | 288 pages | ||||
| isbn_10 | 9780195118216 | ||||
| isbn_13 | 978-0195118216 | ||||
| lexile_measure | 1400L | ||||
| item_weight | 14.4 ounces | ||||
| dimensions | 9.04 x 6.08 x 0.74 inches | ||||
| best_sellers_rank | #2,367,745 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #724 in Film & Television #866 in Media Studies (Books) #1,494 in TV History & Criticism | ||||
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