Hair Story by Lori L Tharps
A history of the culture and politics behind the ever-changing state of black hair - from 15th century Africa to present-day US - this fascinating book is an entertaining look at the intersection of the personal, political and popular aspects of hair styles, tracing a unique aspect of black American history. An entertaining and concise survey... A book that successfully balances popular appeal with historical accuracy' - Publishers Weekly 'Impressive work of cultural history' - Book Page 'Comprehensive and colourful' - Essence'Lori L.Tharps is a journalism assistant professor at Temple University. She is also the author of Kinky Gazpacho: Life, Love, and Spain and the novel Replace Me, in addition to Hair Tale. Kinky Gazpacho was named one of the Best Books of 2008 by both the Washington Post and Salon.com. Tharps continues to write for online and print publications about race, identity, parenting, and hair. Tharps, her husband, and their three children live in Philadelphia.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780312283223 |
| ISBN 10 | 0312283229 |
| Title | Hair Story |
| Author | Lori L Tharps |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | St Martin's Press |
| Year published | 2002-08-01 |
| Number of pages | 200 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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