{"product_id":"the-rainbow-age-of-television-by-shayna-maci-warner-9781419762574","title":"The Rainbow Age of Television","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA fun and accessible blend of pop culture, entertainment, and queer history that celebrates LGBTQ+ television and examines the past, present, and future of queer representation on the small screen.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Rainbow Age of Television\u003c\/i\u003e is a vibrant exploration of pop culture, entertainment, and queer history, delving into LGBTQ+ television and its evolving representation on the small screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003ci\u003eAbbott Elementary\u003c\/i\u003e to \u003ci\u003eThe White Lotus\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eYellowstone\u003c\/i\u003e, alongside hundreds of other gems across a multitude of platforms, American audiences are enjoying a second Golden Age of Television. Yet, something new and exciting is emerging—the first Rainbow Age. This era brings forth queer women who defy the trope of inevitable on-screen death (\u003ci\u003eJane the Virgin\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBrooklyn Nine-Nine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGrey’s Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e), gay men who transcend the stereotype of the flamboyant best friend (\u003ci\u003eHow to Get Away with Murder\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLooking\u003c\/i\u003e; and yes, sometimes \u003ci\u003eWill and Grace\u003c\/i\u003e), and trans people who are portrayed by trans actors (\u003ci\u003eThe Fosters\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTransparent\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePose\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEuphoria\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTales of the City\u003c\/i\u003e). However, our screens have not always been this colourful. How did we arrive at this veritable wealth of representation with layered dimensionality? What sacrifices were made on this journey?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Rainbow Age of Television\u003c\/i\u003e investigates these questions and more. Author Shayna Maci Warner tracks the evolution of LGBTQ+ icons from the dawn of televised history to the future of streaming, highlighting everything from the first queer kiss that electrified the airwaves to contemporary shows that have transformed queer characters into household names and heroes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough insightful conversations with critics, creators, and stars, alongside detailed historical references, \u003ci\u003eThe Rainbow Age of Television\u003c\/i\u003e examines the ascent of today’s entertainment landscape where LGBTQ+ viewers can finally see themselves proudly reflected on screen. It underscores the immense importance of such representation in television.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbove all, this book is a proud celebration of the shows, their characters, and creators that epitomise this new epoch in television.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47384049025260,"sku":"9781419762574","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13393273482693.jpg?v=1773399628","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/the-rainbow-age-of-television-by-shayna-maci-warner-9781419762574","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}