Introduces the key readings in critical and cultural theory. This title guides students through the tradition of thought, from Saussure's early writings on language to contemporary commentary on world events by theorists such as Baudrillard and Zizek.[...]
'!the ideal book for students of cultural theory and one that is sensitively attuned to the political challenges of our times. Whether explaining dialectical materialism or the lyrics of Oasis and The Arctic Monkeys, Kate McGowan is an enlightening and entertaining guide' - Professor Stephen Regan, [...]
When she was nine, Megan Meade met a group of terrible, mean, Popsicle-goo-covered boys, the sons of her father's friend -- the McGowan boys. Now, seven years later, Megan's army doctor parents are shipping off to Korea and Megan is being sent to live with the little monsters, who are older now and [...]
When her Army parents tell her that the family is moving to Korea for the next assignment, Megan Meade can't stand the idea of another move and so decides to stay with the McGowan family, despite knowing that her stay with them and their seven boys will be quite a challenge in itself. Reprint.[...]