Why We Watch: The Attractions of Violent Entertainment
America is fascinated by violence--where it comes from in ourselves, how it spreads through society, what effect it has on younger generations, and how it looks in all its chilling and sanguine detail. This arresting collection of essays examines the many facets of violence and its effects in contemporary American culture. 11 photos.
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Why We Watch: The Attractions of Violent Entertainment
America is fascinated by violence--where it comes from in ourselves, how it spreads through society, what effect it has on younger generations, and how it looks in all its chilling and sanguine detail. This arresting collection of essays examines the many facets of violence and its effects in contemporary American culture. 11 photos.
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Why We Watch: The Attractions of Violent Entertainment

Why We Watch: The Attractions of Violent Entertainment

by Jeffrey H. Goldstein (Editor)
Why We Watch: The Attractions of Violent Entertainment
Why We Watch: The Attractions of Violent Entertainment

Why We Watch: The Attractions of Violent Entertainment

by Jeffrey H. Goldstein (Editor)

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America is fascinated by violence--where it comes from in ourselves, how it spreads through society, what effect it has on younger generations, and how it looks in all its chilling and sanguine detail. This arresting collection of essays examines the many facets of violence and its effects in contemporary American culture. 11 photos.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780195353440
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication date: 10/15/1998
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
File size: 2 MB

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