Meaning And Culture of Grand Theft Auto
Subtitle: Critical Essays
Publisher: McFarland & Company
Published: October 5, 2006
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 264
ISBN-13: 9780786428229
Subjects: Computer games; Cultural studies; Leisure; Social aspects; Games/Puzzles; Games; Games / Gamebooks / Crosswords; Video & Electronic - General; Essays; Role Playing & Fantasy - General; Grand Theft Auto games; Video games
Description: "Grand Theft Auto is among the most culturally significant video game franchises in history. Popular among adult gamers, the games have become icons for child endangerment, and are frequently cited in political rhetoric directed against exposing violence and indecency to minors. This work presents essays that examine the complex and popular GTA phenomenon"--Provided by publisher.