Celebrity In China

Author : Louise Edwards,Elaine Jeffreys
Publisher : Hong Kong University Press
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2010-09-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789622090873

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Celebrity in China by Louise Edwards,Elaine Jeffreys Pdf

Celebrity is a pervasive aspect of everyday life and a growing field of academic inquiry. This is the first book-length exploration of celebrity culture in the People's Republic of China and its interaction with international norms of celebrity production. The book comprises case studies from popular culture (film, music, dance, literature, internet); official culture (military, political, and moral exemplars) and business celebrities. This breadth illuminates the ways capitalism and communism converge in the elevation of particular individuals to fame in contemporary China. The book will interest scholars and students in media, popular culture and China studies. Journalists may find the book useful for their analysis of famous figures in China and people working in creative industries area may appreciate these insights into 'image management' in China.--Louise Edwards is professor of modern China studies at the University of Hong Kong. -Elaine Jeffreys is a senior lecturer in China studies at the University of Technology, Sydney.--

Author : Robert Black
Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2011-12-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 146807301X

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The Fake Celebrity in China by Robert Black Pdf

"A tale of debauchery ... which follows the experiences of an English teacher in China during the happy "boom times" when China won the right to host the Olympics and was accepted into the World Trade Organization"--Back cover.

Author : Shenshen Cai
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2024-04-04
Category : History
ISBN : 9781350409446

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Contemporary Chinese Celebrities by Shenshen Cai Pdf

Whether willingly or unwillingly, public celebrities are often the focus of discussion of moral matters and political causes, but how does this sort of celebrity culture function in a country such as China with a powerful central state? Contemporary Chinese Celebrities explores how in today's China, celebrity figures embody, conflict with and engage with social, civil, moral and economic issues. Shenshen Cai examines the state's governance of celebrity activism and the interplay between the propaganda machine and the stars. Analyzing examples of scandalous celebrities who act as activists in a moral domain which is tightly governed by the state, Cai also studies several sports stars who have emerged in recent years as political activists in China, and their open defiance of the Chinese political system that poses unprecedented challenge to the Party's rule.

Author : Quinn Grey
Publisher : 'The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc'
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781499471250

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The Coolest Chinese Actors and Actresses by Quinn Grey Pdf

China is home to a thriving film and television industry. Today, the most popular movies and television series in China are homegrown blockbusters with the highest production values, dazzling special effects, and top-notch storytelling. A dynamic group of young actors have emerged to meet the demands of audiences for Chinese productions. They are phenomenally talented all-around performers who are able to sing and dance as well as they act. They also somehow find time to model, produce films, make music videos, become social media stars, endorse luxury brands, and support important causes and charities. This is your VIP pass to meet and greet these young superstars and gain a privileged glimpse into their fascinating and fast-paced lives.

Author : Shenshen Cai
Publisher : Springer
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789811359804

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Female Celebrities in Contemporary Chinese Society by Shenshen Cai Pdf

This book focuses on a representative group of contemporary Chinese female celebrities including actors, directors, writers and reporters, notably personalities such as Liu Xiaoqing, Hong Huang, Chai Jing and the most sought after young generation actors, Yang Mi and Guan Xiaotong. It analyses the on- and off- screen roles of these famous Chinese women, and the cultural, gender and social impact and significance embedded in them, whilst highlighting controversial social and cultural concerns and debates in contemporary China. The book furthers the understanding of the role played by contemporary female celebrities who are considered as social, cultural and feminist icons in present-day China, as reflected in their work, careers and private lives, and whose experiences help to understand Chinese women’s attitudes towards key issues such as career trajectories, marriage and family, gender identity, social changes, civil debates and political transformations, all of which are at the center of societal transformation in China.

Author : Vivienne Leung,Kimmy Cheng,Thomas Kwan-choi Tse
Publisher : Intellect (UK)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Celebrities
ISBN : 1783208074

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Celebrity Culture and the Entertainment Industry in Asia by Vivienne Leung,Kimmy Cheng,Thomas Kwan-choi Tse Pdf

This book offers rare insight into the world of celebrity and media in China and beyond, looking closely at the dynamics of stardom and celebrity endorsement and examining its marketing and media impact. Through interviews with celebrities and entertainment industry practitioners, the authors discuss the social, cultural and economic influences.

Author : Wang, Cheng Lu
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 605 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2019-10-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781799810490

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Handbook of Research on the Impact of Fandom in Society and Consumerism by Wang, Cheng Lu Pdf

Fans of specific sports teams, television series, and video games, to name a few, often create subcultures in which to discuss and celebrate their loyalty and enthusiasm for a particular object or person. Due to their strong emotional attachments, members of these fandoms are often quick to voluntarily invest their time, money, and energy into a related product or brand, thereby creating a group of faithful and passionate consumers that play a significant role in multiple domains of contemporary culture. The Handbook of Research on the Impact of Fandom in Society and Consumerism is an essential reference source that examines the cultural and economic effects of the fandom phenomenon through a multidisciplinary lens and shapes an understanding of the impact of fandom on brand building. Featuring coverage on a wide range of topics such as religiosity, cosplay, and event marketing, this publication is ideally designed for marketers, managers, advertisers, brand managers, consumer behavior analysts, product developers, psychologists, entertainment managers, event coordinators, political scientists, anthropologists, academicians, researchers, and students seeking current studies on the global impact of this particularly devoted community.

Author : Yuan-ning Wen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY
ISBN : 1621964035

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Imperfect Understanding by Yuan-ning Wen Pdf

Author : Yuan-Ning Wen
Publisher : Cambria Sinophone World
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2018-03-15
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1604979437

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Imperfect Understanding: Intimate Portraits of Chinese Celebrities by Yuan-Ning Wen Pdf

This Silver E-Book Edition for institutional buyers provides web reader and PDF access. An abridged version can be downloaded in PDF and device formats.

Author : Yunxiang Gao
Publisher : UBC Press
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9780774824842

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Sporting Gender by Yunxiang Gao Pdf

Sporting Gender is the first book to explore the rise to fame of female athletes in China in the early twentieth century. Gao shows how these women coped with the conflicting demands of nationalist causes, unwanted male attention, and modern fame, arguing that the athletic female form helped to create a new ideal of modern womanhood in China. This book brings vividly to life the histories of these women and demonstrates how intertwined they were with the aims of the state and the needs of society.

Author : Andrew F. Cooper,Louise Frechette
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2015-12-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317262718

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Celebrity Diplomacy by Andrew F. Cooper,Louise Frechette Pdf

Time magazine named Bono and Bill and Melinda Gates their "Persons of the Year." The United Nations tapped Angelina Jolie as a goodwill ambassador. Bob Geldof organized the Live8 concert to push the G8 leaders' summit on AIDS and debt relief. What has come to be called "celebrity diplomacy" attracts wide media attention, significant money, and top official access around the world. But is this phenomenon just the latest fad? Are celebrities dabbling in an arena that is out of their depth, or are they bringing justified notice to important problems that might otherwise languish on the crowded international diplomatic scene? This book is the first to examine celebrity diplomacy as a serious global project with important implications, both positive and negative. Intended for readers who might not normally read about celebrities, it will also attract audiences often turned off by international affairs. Celebrities bring optimism and "buzz" to issues that seem deep and gloomy. Even if their lofty goals remain elusive, when celebrities speak, other actors in the global system listen.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2014-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1625750072

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Stories from China by Anonim Pdf

This book introduces famous Chinese persons, including Confucius, Menci, Laozi, Chuang Tse, the Sage Calligrapher Wang Xizhi, the greatest poet Li Bai, the Empress Wu Zetian, the great master of Chinese painting Qi Baishi, the literary giant Lu Xun, the master of Beijing Opera Mei Lanfang, the kung fu superstar Bruce Jun Fan Lee and the scientist giant Yuan Longping, etc. It also includes cultural points such as the Analects, the three doctrines in ancient China, the styles of Chinese calligraphy, the hierarchy of the concubines of the Tang Dynasty, the three acting styles of the world, Huo Yuanjia, Shennong, etc.

Author : Koji Kobayashi,Younghan Cho
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2021-03-31
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781000372182

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Asian Sport Celebrity by Koji Kobayashi,Younghan Cho Pdf

What does the ‘Asian’ mean in Asian sport celebrity? With a collection of nine essays on Asian sport celebrities variously associated with Australia, Belgium, China, Japan, New Zealand, North Korea, Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan and the United States, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the multi-faceted construction of what it means to be Asian from the perspectives of race, ethnicity and regionality. Sport celebrity, as a modern invention, is disseminated from the West to the rest of the globe including Asia, and so are its functions of symbolizing particular values, desires and personalities idolized and idealized within their respective societies. While Asian athletes were historically depicted as weak, fragile and biologically ‘unsuited’ to modern sport, the emergence of more than a few world-class Asian athletes in the twenty-first century demands an in-depth inquiry into the relationship between sport celebrity and the representation of Asia. This book is therefore essential for those interested in a range of socio-cultural issues—including globalization, transnationalism, migration, modernity, (post-)coloniality, gender politics, spectacle, citizenship, Orientalism, and nationalism—within and beyond Asia. It was originally published as a special issue of The International Journal of the History of Sport.

Author : Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 1008 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2020-11-27
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781799877523

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Research Anthology on Business Strategies, Health Factors, and Ethical Implications in Sports and eSports by Management Association, Information Resources Pdf

From issues of racism to the severity of concussions to celebrity endorsements, the sports industry continues to significantly impact society. With the rise of eSports and its projection as the next billion dollar industry, it is vital that a multifaceted approach to sports research be undertaken. On one side, businesses are continually offering new methods for marketing and branding and finding the best ways to enhance consumer engagement and the consumer experience. On the other side, there has been progress and new findings in the physical fitness and training of the athletes themselves along with discussions on their psychology and wellbeing. This two-tiered approach to analyzing sports and eSports from a practical business perspective, along with a lens placed on the athletes themselves, provides a comprehensive view of the current advancements, technologies, and strategies within various aspects of the sports and esports industry. Research Anthology on Business Strategies, Health Factors, and Ethical Implications in Sports and eSports covers the latest findings on all factors of sports: the branding and marketing of sports and eSports, studies on athletes and consumers, a dive into the ethics of sports, and the introduction of eSports to the industry. This wide coverage of all fields of research recently conducted leads this book to be a well-rounded view of how sports are functioning in modern times. Highlighted topics include branding tactics, consumer engagement, eSports history and technologies, ethics and law, and psychological studies of athlete wellness. This book is ideal for sports managers, athletes, trainers, marketers, brand managers, advertisers, practitioners, stakeholders, researchers, academicians, and students interested working in the fields of sports medicine, law, physical education, assistive technologies, marketing, consumer behavior, and psychology.

Author : Séagh Kehoe,Gerda Wielander
Publisher : University of Westminster Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781914386220

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Cultural China 2020 by Séagh Kehoe,Gerda Wielander Pdf

Cultural China is a unique annual publication for up-to-date, informed, and accessible commentary about Chinese and Sinophone languages, cultural practices, politics and production, and their critical analysis. It builds on the University of Westminster’s Contemporary China Centre Blog, providing additional reflective introductory pieces to contextualise each of the eight chapters. The articles in this Review speak to the turbulent year that was 2020 as it unfolded across cultural China. Thematically, they range from celebrity culture, fashion and beauty, to religion and spirituality, via language politics, heritage, and music. Pieces on representations of China in Britain and the Westminster Chinese Visual Arts Project reflect our particular location and home. Many of the articles in this book focus on the People’s Republic of China, but they also draw attention to the multiple Chinese and Sinophone cultural practices that exist within, across, and beyond national borders. The Review is distinctive in its cultural studies-based approach and contributes a much-needed critical perspective from the Humanities to the study of cultural China. It aims to promote interdisciplinary dialogue and debate about the social, cultural, political, and historical dynamics that inform life in cultural China today, offering academics, activists, practitioners, and politicians a key reference with which to situate current events in and relating to cultural China in a wider context.