We all know the plastic toy many little girls love to play with, and many little boys love to destroy. However you feel about the doll, do you know how Barbie came about? This book is a fascinating read about the woman behind the doll, the creation of Barbie and her friends, the evolution of the doll’s looks and clothes. Its impact on society is explored, alongside the powerplays and corporate struggles at Mattel.
Barbie has been used as art and was immortalized by Andy Warhol. She has been stripped of her clothes by most of us at one time or another. Some suggests that she is responsible for how many women feel about their bodies. But in the end, as the author points out, she’s just a plastic doll. We imbue her with our emotions, feelings, and roles she should or should not play in society.
For a quick read behind an amazing toy, look no further than this book!
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