The American Adrenaline Narrative

The American Adrenaline Narrative examines how outdoor adventure stories reflect and influence American perceptions of ecology, gender, and risk. Kristin J. Jacobson analyzes a variety of media—from literature to social media—focusing on texts published after 1970 to explore the cultural significance of adrenaline-fueled stories. She investigates how these narratives shape the American environmental imagination and its ties to notions of masculinity and adventure.