{"product_id":"power-and-subversion-in-game-of-thrones-critical-essays-on-the-hbo-series-9781476682648","title":"Power and Subversion in Game of Thrones: Critical Essays on the HBO Series","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe collection of essays explores the power structures and dynamics in the fantasy world of Game of Thrones, examining how expectations are subverted across the series. It discusses topics such as speech, magic, nationality, politics, disability, race, and gender, and how they reinforce or challenge power in Westeros and Essos. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 277 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 October 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: McFarland \u0026amp; Co  Inc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive collection of essays delves into the intricate structures of power and the diverse ways in which it manifests and permeates the captivating fantasy realm of Game of Thrones. It explores the intricate interplay between the expectations of viewers, particularly within the genre of epic fantasy, and the intricate narrative arcs that unfold across the series' eight remarkable seasons. A diverse team of international scholars, each bringing their unique perspectives and expertise from various disciplines, collaborates to examine a wide range of critical topics. These include the profound influence of speech and magic, the complex dynamics of nationality and politics, the intricate intersections of disability, race, and gender, and the intricate ways in which these factors either reinforce or challenge power dynamics in the realms of Westeros and Essos. Through their insightful analyses, the authors shed light on the complex web of power relations and the intricate ways in which they shape the characters, societies, and events that populate this mesmerizing world. This collection serves as a valuable resource for scholars, fans, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the intricate tapestry of power in Game of Thrones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 120g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 229 x 152 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781476682648\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44491893276922,"sku":"9781476682648","price":38.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1692353747405_book.jpg?v=1692432757","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/power-and-subversion-in-game-of-thrones-critical-essays-on-the-hbo-series-9781476682648","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}