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Lexington Books - Speculative Imperialisms by Susana Loza

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Explore the deep connections between colonial ideologies and modern pop culture in Speculative Imperialisms: Monstrosity and Masquerade in Postracial Times. Published by Lexington Books, this work examines how settler colonial ideas shape the monstrous characters we see in movies and media today. Susana Loza provides a detailed study of influential works including District 9, Avatar, Doctor Who, Planet of the Apes, and steampunk culture. The text looks at how these stories reflect the lasting impact of colonialism in both the United Kingdom and the United States. By analyzing racial mimicry through the lenses of monsterization and minstrelsy, the book explains how these simulations function within contemporary society. This academic resource is ideal for readers interested in how popular media represents race and power. It offers a fresh perspective on the changing roles of racial simulations in the modern era, making it a valuable addition to any collection focused on media studies, sociology, or cultural history.

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Analyzes colonial ideologies within contemporary popular culture across the US and Britain.

Provides close examinations of major media such as Avatar, District 9, and Doctor Who.

Explores the concepts of monsterization and minstrelsy as forms of racial mimicry.

Studies the impact of steampunk culture and Planet of the Apes on modern perspectives.

Investigates the durability of settler colonialism in modern speculative fiction.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
15 December 2017
Listed Since
28 September 2017

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