The Simpsons, Satire, and American Culture |
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Author:
| Henry, Matthew A. |
ISBN: | 978-1-137-47178-9 |
Publication Date: | Nov 2014 |
Publisher: | Palgrave Macmillan
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Imprint: | Palgrave Macmillan |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $59.99 |
Book Description:
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How is The Simpsons a satirical artwork engaged with important social, political, and cultural issues? Henry offers the first comprehensive understanding of the show as a satire and explores the ways in which The Simpsons participates in the so-called "culture war" debates taking place in American society.
How is The Simpsons a satirical artwork engaged with important social, political, and cultural issues? Henry offers the first comprehensive understanding of the show as a satire and explores the ways in which The Simpsons participates in the so-called "culture war" debates taking place in American society.