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1. 1. Blank Space

   A Cultural History of the Twenty-First Century

   

   Blank Space examines why popular culture over the past 25 years has trended toward safe, formulaic entertainment—reboots, viral fads, and profit-driven aesthetics—rather than bold artistic risk. W. David Marx traces how economic incentives, technology, and shifting social attitudes (from influencer culture and K-pop to blockbuster franchises, industry plants, nepo babies, and AI art) reshaped music, film, fashion, and street culture. He argues this has created a “blank space” where reinvention is rare and suggests ways to refocus on creativity, community, and values beyond pure profit.

   The 12892nd Greatest Book of All Time

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