A compelling gallery of women who made their way into a man's
world, shown through group portraits each featuring a lone woman An
original approach to gender equality, this striking pictorial
statement brings to light the compelling and undeniable phenomenon
of 'the only woman': across time and cultures, groups of artists,
activists, scientists, servants, movie stars, or metal workers have
often included exactly and only one woman. Covering examples from
nearly 20 countries, from the advent of photography until the
present day, author Immy Humes reveals and reframes how women and
men have related socially in surprising and poignant ways. This is
a fresh contribution to visual and cultural history full of unheard
stories, courage, achievement, outrage, mystery, fun, and
extraordinary women. A unique focus on women and men in public life
from 1860 to the present day charting the phenomenon of 'the only
woman' from countries including the USA and the UK, France, Peru,
Mexico, India, China, Japan, and Australia. The book features both
unknown and well-known women from a diverse range of backgrounds
including writers, conductors, civil-rights leaders, domestic
workers, sportswomen, and lawyers as well as princesses, railway
workers, boxing promoters, and astronauts.
General
Imprint: |
Phaidon Press Ltd
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
July 2022 |
Authors: |
Immy Humes
|
Dimensions: |
150 x 210 x 22mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
|
Pages: |
240 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-83866-420-6 |
Categories: |
Books >
Sport & Leisure >
Miscellaneous items >
Gift books
|
LSN: |
1-83866-420-3 |
Barcode: |
9781838664206 |
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