In applying narratological concepts to studies of television series, this collection offers new insights for media studies and for narrative theories. Expanding the traditional boundaries of narrative theory, these essays address the question of how form, content and function intersect in television series such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Blackadder, The X-Files, and Star Trek. Specific topics include hidden worlds, embedded narratives and character doubling in Twin Peaks, and gossip as theme and narrative in Sex and the City. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)