Book details

  • Genre:social science
  • Sub-genre:Popular Culture
  • Language:English
  • Pages:224
  • eBook ISBN:9798218529178

The Wicked Truth

When Good People Do Bad Things

By Suzanne Ross

Overview

The Wicked Truth is the thinking person's guide to the wildly successful Broadway musical "Wicked". Using political, social, and historical examples, it explores the ways in which modern society is not so different than the mythical Land of Oz. The Wicked Truth challenges the very framework of our culture, our understandings of Good and Evil, as well as our sense of right and wrong. Whether you've seen the show or not, discovering The Wicked Truth's broad application, to everything from personal relationships to how our society is governed, will leave you spellbound.
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Description

The Wicked Truth is the ultimate companion for those looking to explore the deeper meanings behind the wildly successful Broadway musical Wicked. With thought-provoking political, social, and historical examples, it reveals how our modern world closely mirrors the mythical Land of Oz. This guide challenges traditional notions of Good and Evil, pushing readers to rethink their understanding of right and wrong. The Wicked Truth goes beyond the stage, offering insights that resonate far beyond the world of musical theater. Whether you're reflecting on personal relationships or pondering how society is governed, this book's broad application will leave you with new perspectives. Even if you've never seen Wicked, its exploration of culture and morality will captivate and inspire. Stephen Schwartz, Composer/Lyricist of Wicked declared, "It is a rare privilege as an artist to have one's work explored in such a profound way. The Wicked Truth is a fascinating and valuable study of the ways we all wrestle with the wickedness within and without us and how we can combat it."
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About The Author

Suzanne Ross has worked in education for over fifteen years, beginning as a Montessori preschool and kindergarten teacher before transitioning to a role as a corporate training consultant. In 1997, she encountered the work of René Girard and was amazed by how his theory illuminated many aspects of her life and work as an educator, parent, church member, and lover of fiction and theater. She is a member of the Colloquium on Violence & Religion, an academic group dedicated to exploring Girard's work, and has both attended and presented at its annual conferences. In January 2007, she and her husband, Keith, founded The Raven Foundation to raise awareness of Girardian theory, with The Wicked Truth being one example of the Foundation's efforts. Suzanne and Keith live in Glenview, Illinois, near their two married children, and work together at The Raven Foundation.
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