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Ultratalk: Johnny Cash, The Mafia, Shakespeare, Drum Music, St. Teresa Of Avila, And 17 Other Colossal Topics Of Conversation
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In Ultratalk, David Kirby Poses A Simple Question: What Makes A Cultural Phenomenon Truly Great? Exploring A Wide Variety Of Kingsized Cultural Monuments, Kirby Argues That One Qualification For Greatness Is That A Phenomenon Be Embraced By Both The Elite And The General Public. Further, He Argues, It Must Be Embraced Repeatedly Over Time.Kirby Turns His Critical Eye To Subjects That Have Been Studied And Written About, Sought After Avidly, Discussed Passionately, And Even Resisted Vigorously Around The World. Auto Racing, Dante, Folk Music, Food, Leonardo Da Vinci, Films, Poetry, Religion, Striptease, Television, And The Internet Are Just Some Of The Topics He Examines. In Rome, Heads Of State Kneel Before Bernini'S Statue Of Saint Teresa In Ecstasy, Says Kirby, And So Do People Who Can'T Read. And Everyone Watches Tv.Ultratalk Pays Homage To The Work Of Two Towering Writers And Critics. Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe And Giacomo Leopardi Both Stated That A Book Was Valid Only If It Had Been Accepted By Both An Intellectual Elite And A Vast Public. Kirby Would Have Added A Second Requirement: That The Book'Sor Cultural Monument'Spopularity Must Have Traction Over Time. By Standing On The Shoulders Of Goethe And Leopardi, Kirby Offers A Way To Read, See, And Savor A Posttheoretical Worldview That Everybody Can Share.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Ultra-Talk' by David Kirby? A: 'Ultra-Talk' explores what makes a cultural phenomenon truly great, emphasizing that greatness is recognized by both intellectual elites and the general public over time.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Ultra-Talk'? A: The author of 'Ultra-Talk' is David Kirby.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Ultra-Talk'? A: 'Ultra-Talk' covers a wide range of topics, including auto racing, Dante, folk music, food, Leonardo da Vinci, films, poetry, religion, striptease, television, and the internet.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Ultra-Talk'? A: 'Ultra-Talk' was published on March 25, 2007.
- Q: What type of book is 'Ultra-Talk'? A: 'Ultra-Talk' is categorized as a used paperback book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Ultra-Talk'? A: 'Ultra-Talk' contains a total of 280 pages.
- Q: Is 'Ultra-Talk' suitable for academic study? A: 'Ultra-Talk' can be suitable for academic study as it provides critical insights into cultural phenomena and encourages discussions on various topics.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Ultra-Talk'? A: 'Ultra-Talk' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does 'Ultra-Talk' include personal anecdotes or examples? A: 'Ultra-Talk' includes examples and critical reflections on cultural phenomena, drawing from various subjects and historical contexts.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Ultra-Talk'? A: 'Ultra-Talk' signifies deep discussions and analyses surrounding significant cultural topics and their impact on society.