Culture and cultural studies -- Culture, communication and representation -- Culture, power, globalization and inequality -- Consumption, collaboration and digital media -- Researching culture, communication and media -- Topographies of culture: geography, meaning and power -- Politics and culture -- Cultured bodies -- Audiences, fans, subcultures and postsubcultures -- Visual culture
Focusing on cosplay as a vibrant subculture, this book explores the creative processes involved in crafting costumes and identities. It delves into the community aspect, highlighting playful spaces where enthusiasts come together to express themselves through performance. The text offers insights into the everyday practices that define cosplay, making it an essential resource for understanding this unique form of artistic expression and social interaction.
A practical and simple tool that helps parents find questions to ask and a way to connect with their children day after day.