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Ghost Channels

Paranormal Reality Television and the Haunting of Twenty-First-Century America

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The exploration of paranormal reality television reveals its significant role in reflecting contemporary American culture. Over 30 series, including popular titles like Ghost Hunters and Celebrity Ghost Stories, are analyzed to uncover their deeper implications on societal fears and values. Author Amy Lawrence argues that these shows, often dismissed as mere entertainment, offer critical insights into issues such as class, race, gender, and the impact of technology. By examining this genre, the book highlights how paranormal narratives resonate with the American psyche in the 21st century.

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Ghost Channels, Amy Lawrence

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Erscheinungsdatum
2022
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Titel
Ghost Channels
Untertitel
Paranormal Reality Television and the Haunting of Twenty-First-Century America
Sprache
Englisch
Autor*innen
Amy Lawrence
Erscheinungsdatum
2022
Einband
Hardcover
Seitenzahl
268
ISBN13
9781496838100
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The exploration of paranormal reality television reveals its significant role in reflecting contemporary American culture. Over 30 series, including popular titles like Ghost Hunters and Celebrity Ghost Stories, are analyzed to uncover their deeper implications on societal fears and values. Author Amy Lawrence argues that these shows, often dismissed as mere entertainment, offer critical insights into issues such as class, race, gender, and the impact of technology. By examining this genre, the book highlights how paranormal narratives resonate with the American psyche in the 21st century.