Customer Review: Convergence Culture dives into the union of old and new media. Using the in-depth, detailed case studies of Survivor, American Idol, Matrix, Star Wars and Harry Potter, Jenkins clears up the muddy waters of where old and new media are converging, and shaping our culture in the process.more info
Customer Review: This was a case of looking at the title rather then the book. I picked it up thinking it would be about games and blogging. It does talk about it but more in a study of participatory culture. The book is a compendium of Professor Jenkins articles through the years. It's not bad if you are... more info
Customer Review: Culture studies has been one of the most provocative and controversial areas of investigation in the social sciences during the last score years or so. Using the tools of postmodern analysis of texts, and the deconstruction of ideas, institutions, and forms scholars have reshaped our understanding... more info
Customer Review: Would that every game development professional would read this book! Well written, thought provoking and presented in a straightforward, non-confrontational manner. Thanks!
Customer Review: The last reviewer obviously had no idea what she was talking about. The book should be reviewed for its content and not on any printing errors.
This book is a must for all physiotherapists, orthopaedic surgeons, physiatrists and any other practitioners that deal with musculoskeletal ailments.... more info
Customer Review: One thing can be said about this book: it's unique. Not just for the smarts but definitely not for the marks, this book falls into a third category: The curious onlooker who wants to study what wrestling's appeal is, dissect it from ethical, psychological and cultural perspectives, and interpret the... more info
Customer Review: Whether you are a researcher of popular culture or simple an aficionado of popular narratives, Henry Jenkin's works are must reads. This is no exception.
