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A compendium of thirty-five incredible female pop stars whose energies, virtues, and vices make them the ideal role models for our age-powerful women who can teach us all how to discover our own inner goddess.
We are living in the age of the music goddess: Beyoncé. Lady Gaga. Taylor Swift. Katy Perry. Britney. Nicki Minaj. Cardi B. Pink. Madonna. Rihanna. Gwen Stefani. Alicia Keys. Kelly Clarkson.
Never before have so many women dominated their...
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"Poco importa que Gévaudan e Irlanda sean los escenarios donde se representan estos dramas breves. Lo que importa es que con el mundo se hagan países y lenguas; con el caos, sentido; con las praderas, campos de batalla; con nuestros comunes, nombre propio". Qué mejor aliciente que las palabras del propio Michon para introducir a los lectores en los relatos recogidos en este volumen; "Mitologías de invierno", "El emperador de Occidente", "El rey...
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In the vibrant tapestry of human expression, fashion serves as a dynamic medium through which individuals communicate their identities, aspirations, and creativity. For women, in particular, clothing is a canvas upon which they paint their unique stories. It reflects their evolving rles, cultural influences, and personal preferences. 'Women's Clothing and Fashion' embarks on a journey through this ever-changing landscape, offering insights into the...
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A unique, full-color compendium that celebrates and explores the enduring power and allure of the world's most iconic lip shade, jam-packed with entertaining stories, anecdotes, little-known facts, quotes, and more than 100 gorgeous images culled from fine art, photography, and beauty and fashion editorial and advertising.
"Pour yourself a drink, put on some lipstick, and pull yourself together." - Elizabeth Taylor
Lipstick is the one makeup item...
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Women today are inundated with conflicting messages from the mass media: they must either be strong leaders in complete command or sex kittens obsessed with finding and pleasing a man. In The Rise Of Enlightened Sexism, Susan J. Douglas, one of America's most entertaining and insightful cultural critics, takes readers on a spirited journey through the television programs, popular songs, movies, and news coverage of recent years, telling a story that...
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In popular understanding, the Ku Klux Klan is a hateful white supremacist organization. In Ku Klux Kulture, Felix Harcourt argues that in the 1920s the self-proclaimed Invisible Empire had an even wider significance as a cultural movement.
Ku Klux Kulture reveals the extent to which the KKK participated in and penetrated popular American culture, reaching far beyond its paying membership to become part of modern American society. The Klan owned radio...
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Algeria's Diversity - Safeguarding Cultural Heritage for a Unified Future" offers a compelling exploration into the vibrant tapestry of Algeria's cultural landscape. From the ancient Berber heritage to the enduring influences of Islamic traditions and the remnants of the French colonial legacy, this book delves into the multifaceted facets that shape Algeria's rich cultural mosaic.Through ten comprehensive chapters, readers embark on a captivating...
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La cultura de masas es una expresión que, incluso con sus especificidades contingentes, se desarrolló en el mundo occidental a la salida de la Segunda Guerra Mundial. En este contexto se masificaron el uso de la radio, el cine, el teatro y la televisión como artefactos culturales que potencialmente permitieron reproducir un mismo discurso simultáneamente para toda la población.
La Argentina gobernada entre 1946 y 1955 por Juan Domingo Perón...
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When John Cadbury came to Birmingham in 1824, he sold tea, coffee and drinking chocolate in a small shop on Bull Street. Drinking chocolate was considered a healthy alternative to alcohol, something Cadbury, a Quaker, was keen to encourage.
In 1879, the Cadburys moved to Bournville and created their factory in a garden an unprecedented move. It is now ironic that today’s Bournville is surrounded by that urban sprawl the Cadburys were so keen to...
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While the Grohl family had always been musical-the family sang together on long car trips, harmonizing to Motown and David Bowie-Virginia never expected her son to become a musician, let alone a rock star. But when she saw him perform in front of thousands of screaming fans for the first time, she knew that rock stardom was meant to be for her son. And as Virginia watched her son's star rise, she often wondered about the other mothers who raised sons...
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From the bestselling author of Sex Object, a searing investigation into American culture's obsession with virginity, and the argument for creating a future where women and girls are valued for more than sexuality.
The United States is obsessed with virginity-from the media to schools to government agencies. In “The Purity Myth”, Jessica Valenti argues that the country's intense focus on chastity is damaging to young women. Through in-depth cultural...
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A new look at a beloved classic film that explores the philosophical dynamics of Casablanca
Celebrating its eightieth anniversary this year, Casablanca remains one of the world's most enduringly favorite movies. It won three Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay. It is still commonly quoted: "We'll always have Paris" and "Here's looking at you, kid" And who can forget, "You must remember this…a kiss is just...
14) Be More Dolly
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A tribute to the Queen of Country and a guide to living your life a bit more Dolly.
'It's hard to be a diamond in a rhinestone world.'
When you need some hard-hitting advice on business, love and family you know you can turn to Dolly Parton. Her warmth, spirit and no-nonsense mindset have inspired millions and now you can learn how to harness her attitude in every aspect of your life.
Filled with anecdotes, illustrations and quotes and including chapters...
15) Cat Wisdom
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Many a domestic cat leads a good life. Pampered, well-fed and often the center of much attention, the cat is skillful in getting its own way.
In this fascinating and fun book, you can discover many of the cats' secrets, which you too can use to great effect.
Discover how to...make the most of chances create a good impression be more persuasive make better use of strengths as well as get more pleasure out of your day...and life.6o entries with bite-sized...
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Les chapitres de cet ouvrage examinent la représentation de l'Afrique subsaharienne dans le cinéma occidental. Ils mettent en lumière des thèmes tels que l'aventure, l'exotisme, l'héroïsme de l'homme blanc et la simplification de l'univers africain. Au-delà d'un voyage à travers l'histoire, c'est une analyse précise et chronologique de la société.
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Docteur de l'École des hautes études en sciences sociales, Floréal...
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