Lynn Peril Livres

Lynn Peril explore le domaine fascinant de la culture populaire, en particulier les rôles de genre et les attentes envers les femmes. Par son écriture et sa publication, elle examine les prescriptions historiques et culturelles entourant la féminité. Son travail se penche sur des manuels vintage de sexe et de rencontres, d'étiquette et d'auto-assistance, révélant comment ces ressources ont façonné et limité les compréhensions de la féminité. Peril offre un aperçu perspicace de ces constructions sociales et de leur impact sur les expériences individuelles.

College Girls: Bluestockings, Sex Kittens, and Co-Eds, Then and Now

College Girls: Bluestockings, Sex Kittens, and Co-Eds, Then and Now
416pages
15 heures de lecture
3,9(544)Évaluer
The book explores the duality of the college girl archetype, juxtaposing the image of a studious, bespectacled geek with that of a seductive figure in provocative attire. It delves into the historical context of women's education in America, highlighting the empowerment gained through college while also addressing the persistent cultural stereotypes that emerged in popular media. Works like "Sex Kittens Go to College" and various men's magazines illustrate society's mixed feelings about educated women, revealing the tension between empowerment and objectification.
Swimming in the Steno Pool
291pages
11 heures de lecture
3,7(125)Évaluer
Feed your boss's ego. Dress for success. And don't let your heels trip you up on the corporate ladder.

College Girls: Bluestockings, Sex Kittens, and Co-Eds, Then and Now

Swimming in the Steno Pool