Synopses & Reviews
In this volume, Arthur Asa Berger expertly brings together key concepts written by postmodernism's leading figures--Lyotard, Baudrillard, Jameson and others. Followed by his own commentary written in concise, easy-to-understand language, this book is invaluable and readers will find Berger's style refreshing. Organized in 50 segments, the subjects run the gamut from James Joyce to Disney culture to punk music. Berger weaves these seemingly-diverse topics together, exploring and exposing postmodernism and its appearance in popular culture. If you want to know what makes a work of art, film, or culture postmodernist, read on!
Synopsis
In The Portable Postmodernist, Arthur Asa Berger introduces key concepts written by postmodernism's leading theorists including Lyotard, Baudrillard, and Jameson. This collage of influential writing is followed by Berger's concise, accessible comments. Written for the newcomer, Berger's lucid explanations define the postmodernism's most elusive ideas. Organized in fifty segments, the book runs the gamut from postmodern architecture to feminism to punk music. Berger weaves these diverse topics together, exploring and challenging postmodernism's role in popular culture. This highly-readable book is essential reading for students and anyone interested in media, social, and cultural studies.