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Nike Culture

English · Paperback / Softback

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Klappentext This book is one of the first to take an in-depth look at how an advertising image works. It situates the Nike swoosh logo in terms of political economy, sociology, culture and semiotics. Nike Culture describes and deconstructs the themes and structures of Nike's advertising, outlines the contradictions between image and practice, and explores the logic of the sign economy. In addition, by focusing on issues revolving around representations of race, class and gender, the desire for both community and recognition, and the construction of sport as a spiritual enterprise, the book offers insights into the cultural contradictions embedded in sports culture. Zusammenfassung Taking the Nike swoosh logo as a point of departure! this study examines how an advertising image works! exposing the psychology! sociology! and culture behind it. The authors describe and deconstruct the themes and structures of Nike advertising! and explore the logic of the sign economy. Inhaltsverzeichnis Suddenly the Swoosh Is Everywhere Just Metacommunicate It Nike and the Construction of a Celebrity Democracy Reflexivity and Irreverence Alienation, Hope and Transcendence Determinism or Determination? Transcending Difference? Representing Women in Nike¿s World There Are Many Paths to Heaven "Just Do It," but Not on "My Planet"

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Authors Robert Goldman, Stephen Papson
Publisher Sage Publications Ltd
 
Languages English
Product format Paperback / Softback
Released 22.12.1998
 
EAN 9780761961499
ISBN 978-0-7619-6149-9
No. of pages 208
Dimensions 200 mm x 242 mm x 14 mm
Series Core Cultural Icons
Cultural Icons Series
Cultural Icons series
Core Cultural Icons
Cultural Icons
Subjects Education and learning > Teaching preparation > Vocational needs
Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories

SOCIAL SCIENCE / Sociology / General, Business / Economics / Finance

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