Killing Monsters: Why Children Need Fantasy, Super Heroes, and Make-Believe Violence
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Book Description
From a veteran creator of children's entertainment, an insider's view of how even the most violent games and TV shows can help children conquer fears and develop a bold sense of self.
Children choose their heroes more carefully than we think. From Pok�mon to the rapper Eminem, pop-culture icons are not simply commercial pied pipers who practice mass hypnosis on our youth. Indeed, argues the aut... More
Book Information
Publisher | Basic Books |
Binding | Paperback (8 editions) |
Reading Level | Uncategorized |
# of Pages | 272 |
ISBN-10 | B003TO6E5O |
Publication Date | 05/06/2003 |
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