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The Good, the Bad, and the Barbie: A Doll's History and Her Impact on Us - Community Reviews back

by Tanya Lee Stone
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By Singing Light
By Singing Light rated it 14 years ago
An interesting examination of the history of the doll and the culture surrounding her, both supportive and reactive. I felt more like it was an academic paper trying to be a nonfiction book, though. And Stone never seemed to quite clarify her position. I realize she was trying to be clear to both si...
kishawhite
kishawhite rated it 14 years ago
I really liked this book. It is a straight forward yet well-balanced read about everyone's favorite (or most hated) 12" fashion doll. It is also features a great biography of Barbie's creator. What I loved most about the book was how the creator of Barbie could be considered a role model for today's...
Peace, Love & Books
Peace, Love & Books rated it 15 years ago
An exceptionally well-written look at how Barbie dolls have reflected cultural and fashion sensibilities over the years. There is a balanced look between people who claim Barbie reinforces and promotes negative stereotypes and unhealthy attitudes about body image and consumerism, and those who see p...
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