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Interdisciplinary Perspectives on the Legacy of Lara Croft: Studies of Culture, Fandom and Gender

by Natalie Le Clue
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781837082476
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited
  • Publisher Imprint: Emerald Publishing Limited
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  • Pages: 208
  • Original Price: GBP 75.0
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 450 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Feminism & Feminist Theory

Since its debut in 1996, Tomb Raider has profoundly impacted gaming and popular culture, solidifying Lara Croft's status as a lasting pop culture icon. As the franchise celebrates its 30th anniversary, this academic collection delves into Tomb Raider's legacy from interdisciplinary perspectives, examining gender representation, fan culture, and broader cultural influence.

Organized into four sections, the collection transitions from character-focused critiques to broader cultural and genre-based discussions, demonstrating how Lara's legacy intersects with diverse scholarly perspectives. From being hailed as a feminist icon to facing criticism as a "cyberbimbo," Lara Croft has sparked diverse interpretations and discussions. This collection explores Lara's role in shaping gender representation in gaming, her contested feminist icon status, and how fans engage with the franchise's evolving narrative. It also examines Tomb Raider's impact on the action-adventure genre and critiques its portrayal of colonial themes and cultural heritage.

Interdisciplinary Perspectives on the Legacy of Lara Croft is a critical resource for understanding Tomb Raider's multifaceted impact over the past three decades of interest to scholars across Social Media Studies, Communication Studies, Digital Communication and Digital Sociology.

Natalie Le Clue is a Media Lecturer at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa.

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