Pop Culture Panics

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Exploring the concept of moral panics, this text delves into society's extreme reactions to American popular culture over the last century, such as movements against comic books and music. It aims to develop the "sociological imagination" among undergraduates, encouraging critical thinking about contemporary moral crusades. By analyzing these historical responses, the author illustrates how simplistic solutions to complex social issues are often proposed. This book serves as a valuable resource for courses on social problems, social deviance, and popular culture.