Esther denouncing Haman, who, according to the Purim story, attempted to have all Jews within the Persian Empire massacred.
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Whether thousands of years ago or right now, fans have always created new stories based on familiar characters, weaving their own experiences into the tale.
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Given Pullman’s trenchant critique of despotism, his new trilogy will certainly be read allegorically.
Coming to a lecture theatre near you.
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Fifty Shades of Grey and fan fic like it has reached the Ivy League.
Nothing like a bit of cosplay.
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The terms of fan culture may seem baffling but once you get the hang of them you’ll see it’s not all so newfangled.