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Book Synopsis: From the preeminent historian of modern comedy comes an expansive history of showbiz and the culture wars. There is a common belief that we live in unprecedented times, that people are too sensitive today, that nobody objected to the actions of actors, comedians, and filmmakers in the past. Modern pundits would have us believe that Americans of a previous generation had tougher skin and seldom complained. But does this argument hold up to scrutiny?
In Outrageous, celebrated cultural historian Kliph Nesteroff demonstrates that Americans have been objecting to entertainment for nearly two hundred years, sometimes rationally, often irrationally. Likewise, powerful political interests have sought to circumvent the arts using censorship, legal harassment, and outright propaganda. From Mae West through Johnny Carson, Amos ’n’ Andy through Beavis and Butt-Head, Outrageous chronicles the controversies of American show business and the ongoing attempts to change what we watch, read, and hear.
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Are you tired of hearing people claim that today's society is overly sensitive? That in the past, people were tougher and more accepting of controversial entertainment? Well, think again! In "Outrageous: A History of Showbiz and the Culture Wars", renowned cultural historian Kliph Nesteroff sets the record straight. This captivating book delves deep into the past two centuries of American entertainment, showcasing how objections to actors, comedians, and filmmakers have been a constant throughout history.
But it's not just about the objections. "Outrageous" also sheds light on the underhanded tactics employed by powerful political interests to suppress the arts. Censorship, legal harassment, and propaganda - these are just a few of the methods used to control what we watch, read, and hear. Nesteroff's compelling storytelling weaves together the stories of iconic figures like Mae West, Johnny Carson, Amos 'n' Andy, and even contemporary controversial comedians like Beavis and Butt-Head.
Join Nesteroff as he unearths the fascinating controversies that have shaped American show business. Discover the hidden stories and the untold struggles behind the entertainment we consume. By understanding the past, we can gain a better perspective on the present and the future.
Don't wait any longer to dive into the engrossing world of "Outrageous: A History of Showbiz and the Culture Wars". Prepare to have your perspective challenged, your knowledge expanded, and your fascination for American entertainment deepened. Find out why this book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the ever-changing cultural landscape. Click here and order your copy today!
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