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Why We Love Sociopaths A Guide To Late Capitalist Television

Why We Love Sociopaths A Guide To Late Capitalist Television

EssaysPhilosophy
Pages
100
Published
2012
Language
English

Synopsis

This book examines the enduring appeal of sociopathic characters in television, particularly within the context of late capitalism. It explores how these figures, often portrayed as charismatic and successful, reflect and comment on our societal values and anxieties. The analysis looks at how television uses these characters to explore themes of power, ambition, and amorality.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingIntellectualSatiricalComplex
Morally GreyAnti-Hero

Genres

Essays Philosophy Sociology

About the author

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Adam Kotsko

Adam Kotsko (b. 1980) is an American writer on theology, philosophy and popular culture, also known for his contributions to the blogosphere. His printed works include Why We Love Sociopaths (2012), Awkwardness (2010), and the authoritative Žižek and Theology (2008). Kotsko joined the faculty of Shimer College in Chicago in 2011, teaching the humanities component of Shimer's Great Books curriculum. Kotsko earned his BA at Olivet Nazarene University, and his MA and Ph.D. at the Chicago...