| Celebrity in the 21st Century: A Reference Handbook Contributor(s): Leslie, Larry (Author) |
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ISBN: 1598844849 ISBN-13: 9781598844849 Publisher: ABC-CLIO OUR PRICE: $64.35 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Modern - 21st Century - Social Science | Popular Culture - Reference |
| Dewey: 920.073 |
| LCCN: 2010039842 |
| Series: Contemporary World Issues (Hardcover) |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (1.23 lbs) 296 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 21st Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Tabloid magazines, television shows, and Internet sites inundate us with daily updates about movie stars, musicians, athletes, and even those who have achieved celebrity status simply for being rich and extravagant. Disturbingly, it appears that the harder our celebrities fall, the more fascinating they are to us. As popular culture becomes more influential, it is important to understand both the positive and negative aspects of celebrity. This volume traces the development of the concept of celebrity, discusses some of the problems facing both celebrities and their followers, and points to future trends and developments in our cultural understanding of celebrity. The author's treatment is unflinchingly honest, revealing the importance of the public's role in celebrities' lives and establishing firm criteria for determining who is a celebrity--and who is not. |