This innovative book explores the construction of femininity in Western society. Drawing on a range of theory, empirical sources and original research, Efrat Tse[um]elon examines the role of the visual - of fashion, the body and personal appearance - in defining the female self.
Tse[um]elon's argument develops concepts in understanding the meaning of female presence: modesty, duplicity, beauty, seduction and death. Femininity is analyzed in relation to these themes, using insights from sociological, psychological, historical and literary frameworks. The book demonstrates how normative conceptions of feminine essence, which have persevered from Eve to Madonna, become the requirements of appearance for women. Referring to the
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Efrat Tseëlon is a lecturer in the Faculty of Cultural and Education Studies, Leeds Metropolitan University
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Broschiert. Etat : Gut. 152 Seiten; Das hier angebotene Buch stammt aus einer teilaufgelösten Bibliothek und kann die entsprechenden Kennzeichnungen aufweisen (Rückenschild, Instituts-Stempel.); der Buchzustand ist ansonsten ordentlich und dem Alter entsprechend gut. In ENGLISCHER Sprache. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 280. N° de réf. du vendeur 2174950
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Vendeur : WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR005044643
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Vendeur : The Book Garden, Bountiful, UT, Etats-Unis
Trade Paperback. Etat : Very Good - Cash. Light reader wear and rubbing to the edges, corners, covers, and pages. Soiling along the edge of the spine. The book is in great condition! Stock photos may not look exactly like the book. N° de réf. du vendeur 306383
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Vendeur : Anybook.com, Lincoln, Royaume-Uni
Etat : Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,350grams, ISBN:9780803988071. N° de réf. du vendeur 9968795
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Vendeur : WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Royaume-Uni
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Vendeur : Clarendon Books P.B.F.A., Leicester, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. Card covers in tidy condition, contents clean, uncommon Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. N° de réf. du vendeur 053625
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