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Women in Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones is one of the hottest series on television. However, hundreds of critics are divided on how "feminist" the show really is. Certainly, the female characters, strong …
The Villain's Journey
The villain's journey is rare in popular culture--most characters are fully-formed tyrants with little to no story arc. However, a few particularly epic series take the time to …
Women Versed in Myth
Throughout history, men have prayed to the gods and poets have interpreted the ancient myths for new audiences. But what of the women? Here, scholars examine how modern female …
Adoring Outlander
Outlander fever is sweeping the world. But what is behind the hit television drama's popularity? Is it author Diana Gabaldon's teasing posts on social media? Is it the real history …
Adapting Bridgerton
The beloved television show Bridgerton breaks racial barriers as it explores an alternate history in which biracial Queen Charlotte elevated people of color to dukes and earls, …
Star Wars and the Hero's Journey
The original Star Wars trilogy famously follows Joseph Campbell's model for the hero's journey, making Luke Skywalker's story the new hero quest for a modern age. With the …
Fourth Wave Feminism in Science Fiction and Fantasy Volume 2
Television is entering a unique era, in which women and minorities no longer serve under white captains but take the lead--and all the other roles as well. In a brilliant new …
Superheroines and the Epic Journey
The heroine's journey echoes through ancient legend, as each young woman combats her dark side and emerges stronger. Of course, this quest is also a staple of the most American of …
Buffy and the Heroine's Journey
The worlds of Percy Jackson, Harry Potter, and other modern epics feature the Chosen One--an adolescent boy who defeats the Dark Lord and battles the deepest joys and sorrows of …
The Trans and Non-Binary Hero's Journey
A brave heroine whose quest involves living her true gender. A genderqueer knight who battles the transphobic court to save their prince. The journeys taken by trans heroes weave …
Outlander's Sassenachs
Outlander, an epic time travel adventure with plenty of history and romance, has hit cable television. And unlike many other shows, this one seems designed particularly for the …
Fourth Wave Feminism in Science Fiction and Fantasy Volume 1
Fourth wave feminism has entered the national conversation and established a highly visible presence in popular media, especially in cutting-edge science fiction and fantasy films …