"Get after it then!": Essays on the Themes and Charm of Letterkenny

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This volume is the first to examine the impact, themes, and cultural significance of the Canadian comedy Letterkenny. Using the series as a lens, essays address subjects such as warrior ethos, the grief cycle, the relationship between Canada and the United States, and the role of sport in shaping individuals and communities. Although Letterkenny is a sitcom, its subtexts are rich and complex, and the essays herein highlight the perspectives embedded in the show, revealing how it confronts the complexities of humanity, history, loyalty and conflict.

Written by fans of the show, this collection combines personal engagement with critical insight. The contributors analyze characters, plotlines, themes and dialogue in ways that will resonate with long-time viewers while also providing context for those new to the series.

This volume is the first to examine the impact, themes, and cultural significance of the Canadian comedy Letterkenny. Using the series as a lens, essays address subjects such as warrior ethos, the grief cycle, the relationship between Canada and the United States, and the role of sport in shaping...

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Tobias T. Gibson is the co-editor of three previous books, and is the author or co-author of several chapters on the intersection of pop culture and philosophy and pop culture and politics.
Tobias T. Gibson is the co-editor of three previous books, and is the author or co-author of several chapters on the intersection of pop culture and philosophy and pop culture and politics.

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