Description
About the Author
Greg Garrett is Professor of English at Baylor University, where he teaches classes in fiction and screenwriting, literature, film and popular culture, and theology. The author or co-author of three dozen short stories, a dozen scholarly articles, and twenty books of fiction, nonfiction, and memoir, Dr. Garrett is also Theologian in Residence at the American Cathedral in Paris and a licensed lay preacher in the Episcopal Church. He lives with his family in Austin, Texas.
Reviews
Garrett's accessible and insightful inquiry into our zombie zeitgeist finds surprising depth in a theme usually dismissed as simple entertainment. * Publishers Weekly *
accessible * Marcus Leaning, Times Higher Education *
Using his full range of academic qualifications, Garrett skilfully combines literary criticism, cultural studies, and philosophical theology to scout these always gory, sometimes humorous, and potentially insightful creations ... those bewildered by zombies and their popularity will certainly appreciate his analysis and explanations. * John Saxbee, Church Times *
a very readable and fascinating work ... the breadth of knowledge the author displays about zombie-related media is deeply impressive * Magonia Review *
Reasoned through with Garrett's academic fervour and backed up with references from pop culture and apostles alike * Hilary A White, Irish Independent *
a fine examination of the many ways the zombie trope are reflected culturally and this will go a long way to satisfying the needs of serious zombie fans (and perhaps even those of English lit/media students). * Jonathan Cowie, Science Fact & Science Fiction Concatenation *
a good read * Fortean Times *
Omnivorously researched, Garrett's book includes references to Cormac McCarthy, Dawn of the Dead and its remake, Game of Thrones, and the New Testament, among others. Zombies, it seems, are everywhere, and the 'zombie apocalypse' narrative is the perfect metaphor for life as we know it today: transitioning 'from one state to the other, a movement so shocking that we often stand ... mouths wide open, simultaneously marveling and horrified at the changes taking place.' Garrett's writing is as mesmerizing, and as he fleshes out his case, drawing new connections, Living With The Living Dead becomes impossible to put down. With a voracious appetite for pop culture, Garrett establishes himself as a bold new voice in the nonfiction genre. * Claire Foster, Foreword Reviews *
Greg Garrett approaches this subject with great insight, intelligence, and sensitivity. The result is a well-researched but highly personal book that makes you feel like you're having a captivating philosophical discussion about life with a very wise and learned friend. Despite--or because of--its subject matter, it's a very human book. * Mark Protosevich, screenwriter of I Am Legend *
Erudite and absorbing. ... More than just a survival guide, this book considers the literary, cinematic and theological history of the zombie -- the vast popularity of the genre, and the extraordinary range of meanings and anxieties that zombies have incarnated over the years. * Sam Leith, The Spectator Books Podcast *
Book Information
ISBN 9780190260453
Author Greg Garrett
Format Hardback
Page Count 272
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 417g
Dimensions(mm) 211mm * 142mm * 28mm