Popular Culture

Popular Culture Synopsis

Popular Culture: The Basics is a fast-paced and lively introduction to the theories and methods of popular culture studies. Opening with a definition of 'popular culture', the book embarks on a tour of those cultural forms which have kept the masses entertained, including:

• print popular culture from Story Papers and 'Penny Dreadfuls' to paperback bestsellers
• stage shows from burlesque and vaudeville to pop concerts
• film, radio and television
• computers, the internet and video games
• digital media: mobile devices and social networking sites.

Featuring a glossary, timeline and bibliography, this is an ideal starting point for anyone with a serious interest in key cultural theories.