What gives beauty such fascinating power? Why is beauty so easy
to recognize but so hard to define? Across cultures and continents
and over the centuries the standards of beauty have changed but the
desire to portray beauty, to praise beauty, and to possess beauty
has never diminished. "Icons of Beauty" offers an enthralling
overview of the most revered icons of female beauty in world art
from pre-history to the present.
From images of Eve to Cindy Sherman's self-portraits, from
Cleopatra to Madonna, from ancient goddesses to modern celebrities,
this interdisciplinary set offers fresh insight as to how we can
use perceptions of beauty to learn about world cultures, both past
and present. Each chapter looks at an individual work of art to
pose a question about the power of beauty. What makes beauty
modern? What is the influence of celebrities? How do women portray
their own beauty in a different manner than men? In-depth profiles
of the icons reveal how specific ideas about beauty were developed
and expressed, offering a full analysis of their history, cultural
significance, and lasting influence. In addition to renowned works
of art, "Icons of Beauty" also looks at icons in literature, film,
politics, and contemporary entertainment.
Interdisciplinary and multicultural in its approach, chapters
inside this set also feature sidebars on provocative topics and
issues, such as foot binding and body adornment; myths and
practices; opinions and interpretations; and even related films,
songs, and even comic book characters. Generously illustrated, this
rich set encompasses history, politics, society, women's studies,
and art history, making it an indispensable resource for high
school and college students as well as general readers.
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