Hack writing vs. belle letters: the strategic implications of literary achievement
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Writers make a conscious effort to direct their work at a specific target audience in order to ensure commercial success. They have highly developed marketing talents, and have specialized in creating popular literature. In contrast, serious authors seem to be much less skilled at marketing themselves and their work. In fact, serious authors are actually skilled marketers aiming at a strong target market which is not immediately obvious. The work of serious authors may not produce large royalty payments, but success can be seen in other ways, including grants from cultural institutions or an academic appointment.
Publication Name: Journal of Popular Culture
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0022-3840
Year: 1996
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The relative-autonomy state theory and emancipatory strategies
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Melanie DuPuis' assertion that the relative-autonomy theory of the state ignored particularistic questions was clarified by an elaboration on the relative-autonomy perspective. The relative-autonomy theory of the state emphasizes the building of alternative institutions which revitalizes the civic sphere. However, it does not rule out political contests. The theory explains that the state is not under the control of any class but serves the interest of capitalism in general. Thus, the autonomy exercised by the state is relative.
Publication Name: Rural Sociology
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0036-0112
Year: 1999
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