Wallea Eaglehawk Knihy

Idol Limerence: The Art of Loving BTS as Phenomena by Wallea Eaglehawk is a scholarly and literary work on the phenomenon that is BTS, the most popular and influential music group of our generation. Idol Limerence, a phenomena of itself, is a cognitive and emotional state of loving adoration and attachment to an Idol or celebrity. Echo, a young millennial woman, finds herself falling deeply in love with a group of blouse-wearing Korean men who sing, dance and dish out uncommon potent eye contact like it's a period drama. This book joins Echo on her journey from first love as a child to falling in love with K-pop group BTS as an adult. Echo learns just how and why she can't control her feelings towards BTS, not that she really wants to; and this is not an isolated experience, she is not alone but part of BTS' fan base, ARMY. The theory of Idol Limerence is developed from the psychological idea of limerence and linked to sociological concepts of identity, persona, parasocial relationships, love and celebrity. The theory development is interwoven with the love narrative of Echo which shows how Idol Limerence can be a 'safe-love' alternative for millennials overwhelmed by loving and dating in a world on the brink of collapse. If the question is 'Why can't I stop thinking about what my life with BTS would look like?' Idol Limerence is the answer and becoming a revolutionary to save the world is the result.

Inspired by BTS’ message of “love yourself, speak yourself,” this collection features 10 essays on self-love, care, and healing from contributors worldwide. BTS emphasizes that to be human is to love; we embody love in physical form. Both BTS and their fans, ARMY, are united in this love, which is complex yet transcends cultural, language, and physical barriers. Love serves as their call to action, urging us to learn self-love and embrace others warmly. Within these pages, readers will discover a variety of experiences and stories that reflect universal themes. While the essays are penned by ARMY members influenced by BTS, they focus on personal narratives linked to socio-cultural and political analyses, offering context and tools for understanding one’s own journey. Each essay explores self-love as a continuous journey and work in progress. This is your call to action: two words, three syllables, twelve letters—love yourself. Saying it aloud may evoke confusion about its meaning, but when spoken while gazing into a mirror, it may reveal the adventure ahead. Whether you’re just beginning or deep into this journey, it’s worth repeating: love yourself.

BTS by ARMY: 2020 shares the journey of Grammy-nominated BTS during the year 2020. From their chart-topping Map of the Soul: 7 to surviving the pandemic together and creating BE featuring Billboard Hot 100 #1s Dynamite and Life Goes On, every moment is compiled to provide an authentic and dynamic profile of the group, and each member throughout the year. A culmination of interviews, lyrical analysis, live performances, and more, these profiles show the journey of RM, Jin, Suga, j-hope, Jimin, V and, Jung Kook from the unique perspective of some of those who walked with them every step of the way: ARMY