"Squirrels have made numerous appearances in mass media over the years, from Beatrix Potter's Nutkin and Timmy Tiptoes, to Rocky the flying squirrel of The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle, and to Conker and Squirrel Girl of video game fame. This book examines how squirrel legends from centuries ago have found new life through contemporary popular culture"-- Provided by publisher
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Contents
Cover; Table of Contents; Acknowledgments; Preface: Mass-Mediated Squirrels; Introduction: "Hot" and "Cool" Squirrels; 1. Squirrels in Children's Books; 2. Squirrels Make the Headlines; 3. Squirrels for a Television Age; 4. Squirrels in PR and Advertising; 5. Movie Madness: Squirrels in Cinema; 6. Cartoons and Animated Movie Squirrels; 7. Comics and Video Game Squirrels; 8. Legendary American Squirrels; 9. Squirrels in Myth and Folklore; Postscript: Squirrels Unlimited; Chapter Notes; Bibliography; Index