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Hardcore Romance: Fifty Shades Of Grey, Bestsellers, And Society
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From Its Beginnings In Twilight Fanfiction To Its Recordbreaking Sales As An Ebook And Paperback, The Story Of The Erotic Romance Novel Fifty Shades Of Grey And Its Two Sequels Is Both Unusual And Fascinating. Having Sold Over Seventy Million Copies Worldwide Since 2011, E. L. Jamess Lurid Series About A Sexual Ingnue And The Powerful Young Entrepreneur Who Introduces Her To Bdsm Sex Has Ingrained Itself In Our Collective Consciousness. But Why Have These Particular Novelspoorly Written And Formulaic As They Arebecome So Popular, Especially Among Women Over Thirty?In This Concise, Engaging Book, Eva Illouz Subjects The Fifty Shades Cultural Phenomenon To The Serious Scrutiny It Has Been Begging For. After Placing The Trilogy In The Context Of Bestseller Publishing, She Delves Into Its Remarkable Appeal, Seeking To Understand The Intense Reading Pleasure It Provides And How That Resonates With The Structure Of Relationships Between Men And Women Today. Fifty Shades, Illouz Argues, Is A Gothic Romance Adapted To Modern Times In Which Sexuality Is Both A Source Of Division Between Men And Women And A Site To Orchestrate Their Reconciliation. As For The Novels Notorious Depictions Of Bondage, Discipline, And Sadomasochism, Illouz Shows That These Are As Much A Cultural Fantasy As A Sexual One, Serving As A Guide To A Happier Romantic Life. The Fifty Shades Trilogy Merges Romantic Fantasy With Selfhelp Guidetwo Of The Most Popular Genres For Female Readers.Offering A Provocative Explanation For The Success And Popularity Of The Fifty Shades Of Grey Novels, Hardcore Romance Is An Insightful Look At Modern Relationships And Contemporary Womens Literature.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Hard-Core Romance'? A: The main theme of 'Hard-Core Romance' revolves around the cultural phenomenon of the Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy, analyzing its appeal within the context of modern relationships and women's literature.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Hard-Core Romance'? A: The author of 'Hard-Core Romance' is Eva Illouz, who provides a critical examination of the Fifty Shades series and its impact on society.
- Q: How many pages does 'Hard-Core Romance' have? A: 'Hard-Core Romance' has a total of 97 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Hard-Core Romance' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Hard-Core Romance' published? A: 'Hard-Core Romance' was published on May 22, 2014.
- Q: Is 'Hard-Core Romance' suitable for all readers? A: 'Hard-Core Romance' addresses adult themes related to sexuality and relationships, making it more suitable for mature readers, particularly women over thirty.
- Q: What genre does 'Hard-Core Romance' belong to? A: 'Hard-Core Romance' is categorized under General literature, focusing on cultural studies and contemporary women's literature.
- Q: Does 'Hard-Core Romance' include any illustrations or photographs? A: The book does not mention any illustrations or photographs, focusing solely on text and analysis.
- Q: What insights does Eva Illouz provide in this book? A: Eva Illouz provides insights into the popularity of the Fifty Shades trilogy, exploring its themes of romance, sexuality, and the dynamics between men and women in modern relationships.
- Q: Is 'Hard-Core Romance' a critical analysis or a narrative? A: 'Hard-Core Romance' is a critical analysis of the Fifty Shades series rather than a narrative, aiming to understand its cultural significance.