In Defence of Separatism is a timely book. When it was first written in 1976, although it was an important subject of conversation among many feminists it was not welcomed by academics or publishers. When a political group wants to strategise so that its members can arrive at ag…
In Defence of Separatism is a timely book. When it was first written in 1976, although it was an important subject of conversation among many feminists it was not welcomed by academics or publishers. When a political group wants to strategise so that its members can arrive at ag…
Getting real: challenging the sexualisation of girls
Getting real is een bundeling essays. De auteurs confronteren ons met de voorstelling van vrouwen en meisjes als seksobject. Dit gebeurt via de media, popcultuur, maatschappij... Denk aan kledij, speelgoed, games, tijdschriften en hoe dit gepaard gaat met de seksuele voorstellin…
From advertising and merchandising, to Bratz and Voodoo Dolls, to the images of Bill Henson, 'Getting Real' puts the spotlight on the sexualisation and objectification of girls and women in the media, popular culture and society.
Getting Real: Challenging the Sexualisation of Girls
In a globalised world, megacorp publishing is all about numbers, about sameness, about following a formula based on the latest mega success. Each book is expected to pay for itself and all the externalities of publishing such as offices and CEO salaries. It means that books whic…