Prince's Position in Popular Culture

Prince's position in popular culture has undergone only limited academic scrutiny. This book provides an academic examination of Prince, encompassing the many layers of his cultural and creative impact.

Holistic Assessment of Prince

It assesses Prince's life and legacy holistically, exploring his multiple identities and the ways in which they were manifested through his recorded catalogue and audiovisual personae.

Content and Approach

In 17 essays organized thematically, the anthology includes a diverse range of contributions — taking ethnographic, musicological, sociological, gender studies and cultural studies approaches to analysing Prince's career.