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Satire and Dissent – Interventions in Contemporary Political Debate

Autor Amber Day
en Limba Engleză Paperback – 15 feb 2011
In an age when Jon Stewart frequently tops lists of most-trusted newscasters, when the films of Michael Moore become a dominant topic of political campaign analysis, and when activists adopt ironic, fake personas to attract attention -- the satiric register has attained renewed and urgent prominence in political discourse. Amber Day focuses on these three prevalent forms in this resurgence: the parodist news show, the satiric documentary, and ironic activism. She examines the techniques of performance across media, highlighting their shared objective of bypassing standard media outlets and the highly choreographed nature of current political debate. These satires provide viewers with a sense of community and purpose notably lacking from organized politics in the 21st century.
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9780253222817
ISBN-10: 0253222818
Pagini: 240
Ilustrații: 21 b&w illustrations
Dimensiuni: 151 x 227 x 16 mm
Greutate: 0.37 kg
Editura: Wiley

Cuprins

Acknowledgments1.Introduction: Poking Holes in the Spectacle; 2. Ironic Authenticity; 3. Truthiness and Consequences in Parodic News; 4. Heroes and Villains: Satiric Documentarians Spearhead the Debate; 5. Irony in Activism; 6. Moving beyond CritiqueNotes; Bibliography; Index

Recenzii

"The use of irony and satire in politics... has become a leading characteristic of left-liberal politics in the new millennium. Amber Day argues persuasively why this has come to be, while explaining its mechanics and exploring its function and effect." Stephen Duncombe, author of Dream: Re-Imagining Progressive Politics in an Age of Fantasy"An excellent book, rich with detail and argument, sparkling with intelligence. Day illustrates how irony and satire are vital components of today's political system, and she charts their performative uses across popular culture with skill and panache." Jonathan Gray, author of Show Sold Separately: Promos, Spoilers, and Other Media Paratexts"Amber Day's critical study of parodic television shows, satiric documentaries, and ironic activism reveals how comedy became an important means for political dissent during the past decade, and why it continues to be a vital resource for democratic renewal." Robert Hariman, Northwestern University"Day deftly demonstrates the power of satire as a means of political critique and engagement. Casting a wide net, she examines how such critiques are performed in numerous media and genres, on and off the screen. Day adds an important new voice, advancing significant theoretical insights. This is a "don't miss" volume." Jeffrey P. Jones, author of Entertaining Politics: Satiric Television and Political Engagement

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Descriere

Satire and new media in the American political landscape