Dekonstructing the Kardashians: A New Media Manifesto
Manifesto: Dekonstructing the Kardashians is MJ Corey’s exploration of the family’s fame and what it reveals about media in the internet age. The book combines media theory, cultural analysis and a history of Western media, from Hollywood studios to tabloid culture.
At a glance
- Examines the Kardashians’ rise alongside changes in media and celebrity culture.
- Connects media theory with cultural analysis and a history of Western media.
- The listing describes a 464-page English-language edition.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Offers a media-focused framing of Kardashian fame rather than only a family chronicle.
- Brings together examples spanning Hollywood, the twenty-four-hour news cycle and tabloid culture.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Pantheon Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 5 May 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 464 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0593701348 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0593701348 |
| Weight listed | 506 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16.26 x 3.28 x 24.21 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in celebrity culture, media theory and popular culture.
- Readers looking for cultural analysis that connects social media fame with earlier forms of media.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dekonstructing the Kardashians about?
It examines the Kardashians’ cultural influence and considers what their fame can show about media in the internet age.
What topics does the book cover?
The listing describes a mix of media theory, cultural analysis and Western media history, including Hollywood, the twenty-four-hour news cycle and tabloid culture.
What are the listed edition details?
The listing specifies an English-language edition from Pantheon Books, dated 5 May 2026, with 464 pages.
