Title:
Geek girls don't cry : real-life lessons from fictional female characters
Author:
Publication Date:
2019
Publication Information:
New York : Sterling, [2019]
Physical Description:
200 pages ; 22 cm
ISBN:
9781454933397
Abstract:
"What does it mean to be strong? Pop culture heroines are strong not just because they fight villains, but because they deal with the same issues we face in real life--addictions, fears, traumas, and other struggles. And with the help of these characters, fans can find inspiration to overcome their own problems and be brave. In this book, Andrea Towers outlines some of the primary traits heroic women can rely upon, like resilience, self-acceptance, and confidence. Also included are insights from psychologists and personal anecdotes from courageous real-life women involved in all facets of pop culture."--Back cover.
Hermione Granger. Princess Leia. Cersei Lannister. These and other pop culture heroines are strong not just because they fight villains, but because they deal with the same issues we face in real life -- addictions, fears, traumas, and other struggles. And with the help of these characters, fans can find inspiration to overcome their own problems and be brave. Towers outlines some of the primary traits heroic women can rely upon, like resilience, self-acceptance, and confidence. She includes insights from psychologists, as well as personal anecdotes from courageous real-life women involved in all facets of pop culture. -- adapted from back cover and perusal of book.
Contents:
Foreword: In the company of badass women -- Introduction -- Overcoming trauma -- Overcoming grief -- Overcoming adversity -- Overcoming depression -- Overcoming isolation -- Conclusion.
Language:
English
