American Televangelism and Participatory Cultures

Fans, Brands, and Play With Religious "Fakes"

Autori

• Denis J. Bekkering

Parametri

• 237 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Esoterismo e religione
• Motivazione e auto-aiuto

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This book explores the ironic fan cultures surrounding televangelists Robert Tilton and Tammy Faye Bakker-Messner, highlighting parodies and participatory media from the 1980s. It critiques traditional views on religious economy and examines how fans engage with notions of authenticity in a playful manner, challenging the sincerity often associated with religion.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2019

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