The Wire

by Vint Sherryl and Sherryl Vint

Analyzes how The Wire repurposed television drama for political critique.

Frequently described by creator David Simon as a novel for television, The Wire redefined the police serial format by unfolding its narrative across many episodes, constructing themes for each of its seasons, and refusing to portray individual crimes outside of their social context. While it never achieved spectacular ratings or won an Emmy during...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 081433590X
• ISBN13: 9780814335901
• Release Date: March 2013
• Publisher: Wayne State University Press
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.0" x 6.9"