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Vampire Legends in Contemporary American Culture: What Becomes a Legend Most,Used
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While vampire stories have been part of Western culture since the beginning of the nineteenth century, it has been in recent dccades that they have become a central part of American popular culture. Vampire Legends in Contemporary American Culture examines how vampire stories from Bram Stoker's Dracula to Blacula, from Bela Lugosi to Love at First Bite have become part of our ongoing debate about what it means to be human.William Patrick Day looks at how writers and filmmakers as diverse as Anne Rice and Andy Warhol present the vampire as an archetype of human identity and how many postmodern vampire stories reflect our fear of and attraction to addiction and violence. He argues that the prevailing tendency of authors in the first half of the twentieth century to use vampire characters to caution against succumbing to sexual impulse has since changed; today, in the vampire's struggle between embracing and denying its nature, we see reflected our own uncertain balance between moral restraint and liberation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Vampire Legends in Contemporary American Culture'? A: The main theme explores how vampire stories reflect cultural debates about human identity, addiction, and violence, showcasing the evolution of vampire narratives in American popular culture.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Vampire Legends in Contemporary American Culture' is William Patrick Day.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains a total of 208 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on September 30, 2002.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers topics such as the portrayal of vampires in literature and film, the cultural significance of these narratives, and their relation to themes of moral restraint and liberation.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides insightful analysis suitable for academic study, particularly in fields like cultural studies, literature, and film analysis.
- Q: Does this book discuss specific vampire stories? A: Yes, it examines various vampire stories, including Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' and films like 'Blacula' and 'Love at First Bite'.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other vampire literature? A: This book uniquely analyzes the evolution of the vampire archetype and its reflection of societal issues, making it a critical resource for understanding contemporary cultural narratives.