With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility: Examining the Power and Privilege of Escapism in Young Adult Literature and its Culture

Author

Stacey Watson, CUNY Hunter CollegeFollow

Date of Award

Spring 5-5-2022

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

English

First Advisor

Kelly M. Nims

Second Advisor

Janet Neary

Academic Program Adviser

Janet Neary

Abstract

This thesis will explore the systematic biases embedded within this genre, highlighting the ongoing battle between tokenism and inclusive storytelling. Thesis will also emphasize the importance of this genre, its tight grasp on popular culture, and showcase positive representations introduced by new creators over the years.

Recommended Citation

Watson, Stacey, "With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility: Examining the Power and Privilege of Escapism in Young Adult Literature and its Culture" (2022). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/hc_sas_etds/849