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Westminster John Knox Press (2007), Edition: Upd Exp, 328 pages
Description
How did The Simpsons, one of the most popular television shows in history, go from being attacked by many religious leaders for its lack of family values to being called one of the most theologically relevant programs in prime time? Religion journalist Mark Pinsky tackles that question in this accessible, witty, and enlightening book. Pinsky explores the individual characters, interviews several of the show's writers and producers, and concludes with a discussion of whether the show - once cited as further evidence of the decline of civility and morality in the world- is subversive or supportive of faith. The answer may surprise you.
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LibraryThing member Rebekah84
If you ever wanted to know anything about the religiousness of the Simpsons, read this book! At the time of its writing, it comments on every religious aspect and instance in every episode (up until 2001 of course). It's also a quick/light read.
LibraryThing member russelllindsey
A very fun, light summer read. Actually, it had more meat to it than I would have ever guessed. You will not look at the Simpsons the same way again.
LibraryThing member Katya0133
A funny and interesting analysis of the intersection between religion and pop culture.
LibraryThing member DLUC
Mark Pinsky is a writer on faith, media, and popular culture; in this book he talks about how The Simpsons went from being attacked by many religious leaders for its lack of family values to being called one of the most theologically relevant shows on television.
LibraryThing member BenKline
A good honest look at how religion is portrayed on The Simpsons (up until their 2001 season). Interesting in its scope about how it portrays primarily Christian beliefs (and written by a Jewish scholar). Not too much substance on religion or to learn anything new about religion, but an interesting
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LibraryThing member tuckerresearch
A fun, yet informative, read.
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Physical description
328 p.; 8.5 inches
ISBN
9780664231606
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