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StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson. [videorecording] / by Tyson, Neil deGrasse,host.; National Geographic Society (U.S.),publisher.; National Geographic Television & Film,production company.;
Host, Neil deGrasse Tyson.From the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, host Neil deGrasse Tyson returns, bringing together a rare mix of potentially clashing personalities - celebrities, comedians and the world's leading scientific experts - to explore a variety of cosmic and science topics, in a way that television has never seen before.E.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Documentary television programs.; Nonfiction television programs.; Science television programs.; Television talk shows.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Popular culture.; Science.; Cosmology.;
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Wannabe : reckonings with the popular culture that shapes me / by Harris, Aisha,author.; Harris, Aisha.Essays.Selections.;
Includes bibliographical references."Aisha Harris has made a name for herself as someone you can turn to for a razor-sharp take on whatever show or movie everyone is talking about. Now, she turns her talents inward, mining the benchmarks of her nineties childhood and beyond to analyze the tropes that are shaping all of us, and our ability to shape them right back. In the opening essay, an interaction with Chance the Rapper prompts an investigation into the origin myth of her name. Elsewhere, Aisha traces the evolution of the "Black Friend" trope from its Twainian origins through to the heyday of the Spice Girls, teen comedies like Clueless, and sitcoms of the New Girl variety. And she examines the overlap of taste and identity in this era, rejecting the patriarchal ethos that you are what you like. Whatever the subject, sitting down with her book feels like hanging out with your smart, hilarious, pop culture-obsessed friend--and it's a delight."--
Subjects: Essays.; Popular culture;
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100 places to see after you die : a travel guide to the afterlife / by Jennings, Ken,1974-author.;
"100 Places to See After You Die is written in the style of iconic bestselling travel guides. But instead of recommending must-see destinations in Mexico, Thailand, or Rome, this book outlines journeys through the afterlife, as dreamed up over the past 5,000 years of human history by our greatest prophets, poets, mystics, artists, and TV showrunners. Where's the best place to grab a bite to eat in the ancient Egyptian underworld? Which circles of Dante's Inferno have the nicest accommodations? How does one dress like a local in the heavenly palace of Hinduism's Lord Vishnu, or avoid the flesh-eating river serpents in the Klingon afterlife? What are the hidden treasures to be found off the beaten path in Hades, Valhalla, or NBC's The Good Place? This book answers all those questions and more about the world(s) to come. The destiny of the human soul in the great beyond is one of life's deepest mysteries. But you won't have to wonder anymore! 100 Places to See After You Die comprehensively indexes one hundred different afterlife destinations, exhaustively researched from sources ranging from the Epic of Gilgamesh to modern-day pop songs, video games, and Simpsons episodes. Be ready for whatever post-mortal destiny awaits, whether you're hoping for the astral plane, a Hieronymus Bosch hellscape, or the baseball diamond from Field of Dreams. This is one trip no one should leave to chance. Most vacation sojourns are brief, but this destination could be your eternal resting place!"--
Subjects: Future life in popular culture.;
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The physics of everyday things : the extraordinary science of an ordinary day / by Kakalios, James,1958-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Easy-to-follow and imaginative explanations about the extraordinary physics that invisibly guides our daily lives"--
Subjects: Physics.; Science in popular culture.;
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The Art of Nothing : 25 Years of Mutts and the Art of Patrick Mcdonnell. by McDonnell, Patrick; Barry, Lynda.;
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Subjects: ART / Popular Culture; COMICS & GRAPHIC NOVELS;
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Kawaii craft life : super-cute projects for home, work & play / by Sosae, Caetano,author.; Caetano, Dennis,author.;
Subjects: Embroidery.; Handicraft.; Popular culture; Sewing.;
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Trending : how and why stuff gets popular / by Vermond, Kira.; Hanmer, Clayton,1978-;
Includes bibliographical references and index."On the surface, fads and trends can seem silly or trivial. But if you dig deeper, you'll find fads can cause regular people to make some pretty irregular decisions in order to follow the latest craze. Fads can also have major long-term effects, such as the beaver pelt craze in 17th century Europe, which changed ecosystems, started wars, and disrupted or destroyed traditional ways of life. Divided into four chapters, Trending tackles the topics of: 1. Chapter One What Makes a Fad a Fad?: How seemingly random toys, games, and fashion turn into the Next Big Thing. 2. Chapter Two Spread the Word: How fads, and the ideas that drive them, spread and catch fire. 3. Chapter Three Made, Not Born: How fads can be carefully crafted to make us want to jump on board. 4. Chapter Four Bad Fads: How fads can have serious and even dangerous effects on the people drawn into the mania, not to mention those who get caught in the aftermath. 5. Trending ends with a conclusion focused on using knowledge gained about fads to make the world a kinder place. Plus index and selected bibliography. Comic-strip illustrations introduce each chapter and What Does It All Mean? sections on every spread offer insights and analysis. Written in Vermond's humour-filled, journalistic voice and illustrated in Hanmer's light-hearted cartoon style, Trending is a timely look at fads and trends for a world gone viral"--Provided by publisher.LSC
Subjects: Fads; Popular culture;
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StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson. [videorecording] / by Tyson, Neil deGrasse,host.; National Geographic Partners (U.S.),production company,broadcaster.; National Geographic Television & Film,production company.; Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, Inc.,distributor.;
Host, Neil deGrasse Tyson.From the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, host Neil deGrasse Tyson returns, bringing together a rare mix of potentially clashing personalities - celebrities, comedians and the world's leading scientific experts - to explore a variety of cosmic and science topics, in a way that television has never seen before.E.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Nonfiction television programs.; Documentary television programs.; Science television programs.; Television talk shows.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Celebrities; Popular culture.; Science.; Cosmology.;
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Cosplay : a history : the builders, fans, and makers who bring your favorite stories to life. by Liptak, Andrew.;
In recent years, cosplay-the practice of dressing up in costume as a character-has exploded, becoming a mainstream cultural phenomenon. But what are the circumstances that made its rise possible? Andrew Liptak-a member of the legendary 501st Legion, an international fan-based organization dedicated to the dark side of Star Wars-delves into the origins and culture of cosplay to answer this question. Cosplay: A History looks at the practice's ever-growing fandom and conventions, its roots in 15th-century costuming, the relationship between franchises and the cosplayers they inspire, and the technology that brings even the most intricate details in these costumes to life. Cosplay veterans and newcomers alike will find much to relish in this rich and comprehensive history.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: GAMES & ACTIVITIES / Role Playing & Fantasy; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Popular Culture;
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Civilized to death : the price of progress / by Ryan, Christopher,1962-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.The New York Times best selling co-author of Sex at Dawn explores the ways in which 'progress' has perverted the way we live: how people eat, learn, feel, mate, parent, communicate, work, and die.
Subjects: Progress.; Civilization, Modern.; Popular culture;
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