UID:
edocfu_9959245195102883
Format:
1 online resource (347 p.)
Edition:
1st ed.
ISBN:
979-88-908738-7-3
,
0-8078-6221-5
Content:
This publication gives a new interpretation of the emergence of celebrity, a key part of contemporary American culture. It looks at its historical roots and the development of human-interest journalism.
Note:
Description based upon print version of record.
,
Becoming visible: fame and celebrity in the modern age -- The rise of celebrity journalism -- Exposure or publicity?: the paradox of celebrity journalism -- True success: the master plot of celebrity journalism -- From parasites to public servants: the rehabilitation of the rich -- Practical idealism: political celebrity in an age of reform -- There's no business like show business: celebrity and the popular culture industries -- Heroes and pretenders: athletic celebrity and the commercialization of sports.
,
English
Additional Edition:
ISBN 0-8078-5403-4
Additional Edition:
ISBN 0-8078-2729-0
Language:
English
