Beauty around the World by Erin Kenny
Taking the concept of beauty seriously, this encyclopedia examines how humanity has sought and continues to seek what is "beautiful" in a variety of cultural contexts, giving readers an understanding of how to look at beauty both intellectually and critically. Is beauty ever more than "skin deep"?
This is an excellent background source for undergraduates and general readers seeking a sociological examination of themes related to the definition and pursuit of beauty* Library Journal *
Anthropologist Kenny and Spanish professor Nichols bring a welcome cross-cultural perspective to the topic of beauty—often treated overwhelmingly from a Western perspective. . . . Summing Up: Recommended. All readership levels. * Choice *
Anthropologist Kenny and Spanish professor Nichols bring a welcome cross-cultural perspective to the topic of beauty—often treated overwhelmingly from a Western perspective. . . . Summing Up: Recommended. All readership levels. * Choice *
Erin Kenny, PhD, is associate professor of anthropology at Drury University in Springfield, MO, where she directs the Women and Gender Studies program.
Elizabeth Gackstetter Nichols, PhD, is professor of Spanish at Drury University in Springfield, MO.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781610699440 |
| ISBN 10 | 1610699440 |
| Title | Beauty around the World |
| Author | Erin Kenny |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing Plc |
| Year published | 2017-06-22 |
| Number of pages | 440 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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