popular culture

Presents a collection of 3,001 alphabetically arranged entries that define terms related to American popular culture, including music, television, board games, books, and film.

"This book provides wide coverage on aliens in fiction and popular culture"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the effects of mass media on working-class culture in England during the early decades of the twentieth century.

Argues that Americans are ruled by extravagent expectations which has led to the development of what the author calls illusions, or pseudo-events, such as press conferences and presidential debates which are staged specifically to be reported.

"A straitlaced overachiever with established career and marital ambitions discovers her boyfriend's disdain for her pop-culture fandom, before a flirtation at a fantasy convention challenges her to reevaluate her happiness"--Provided by publisher.

A guide to visiting popular Tokyo neighborhoods that are known for manga and anime popular culture, covering festivals, shopping, eating, and entertainment spots.

"Readers will learn about the real-life history surrounding ghosts and see how the creatures are reflected in different cultures"--Publisher.