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Highlights
- From My Little Pony to the Sex Pistols: An engaging exploration of why we love what we love Katy Perry.
- About the Author: Benjamin Errett spent a decade editing the arts pages of the National Post.
- 240 Pages
- Social Science, Popular Culture
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Book Synopsis
From My Little Pony to the Sex Pistols: An engaging exploration of why we love what we love Katy Perry. Wes Anderson. Coldplay. Star Wars. Hamilton. Gilmore Girls. We all have our most and least favorite things. But why? In this smart, funny, and well-researched book, Benjamin Errett brings together the latest findings from the worlds of psychology, criticism, neuroscience, market research, and more to examine what taste really means--and what it can teach us about ourselves. Covering kitsch, nostalgia, snobbery, bad taste, George Michael, and what it means to be "basic," this is the ultimate read for anyone who devours popular and not-so-popular culture.Review Quotes
"Truly fascinating...the droll sketches peppered throughout and Errett's amusing commentary ensure a read as fun as it is informative."
--Publishers Weekly
About the Author
Benjamin Errett spent a decade editing the arts pages of the National Post. Once they were finally edited, he wrote this book. Recommended pairings include his previous book (Elements of Wit) and a dry white wine. Maybe a Sémillon? He dips his fries in mayonnaise and lives in Toronto.Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)
Weight: .4 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Popular Culture
Genre: Social Science
Number of Pages: 240
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Format: Paperback
Author: Benjamin Errett
Language: English
Street Date: October 17, 2017
TCIN: 93509531
UPC: 9780399183447
Item Number (DPCI): 247-24-7866
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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