eBook - ePub

Cosplay and the Dressing of Identity

Name: Cosplay and the Dressing of Identity
ISBN: 9781789149661

Vivian Asimos,

232 pages
English
ePUB (mobile friendly)
Available on iOS & Android

eBook - ePub

Cosplay and the Dressing of Identity

Vivian Asimos,

About this book

Featuring several images of cosplay, a fun and fascinating look at the power and meaning of this cultural phenomenon. Cosplay, born from the fusion of "costume" and "play, " transcends mere dress-up by transforming enthusiasts of TV shows, movies, books, or video games into living embodiments of their cherished characters. This book is a close exploration of the vibrant world of cosplay, showing what makes it so captivating for so many. Vivian Asimos frames cosplay as an enactment and embodiment of mythology, revealing its inherent complexity, and in so doing, provides valuable insight into cosplayers' experiences. Exploring cosplay performances, the skills involved, and its community, she shows how cosplayers build a strong connection to the characters and stories they treasure, and ultimately how they are constructing their own identities.

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