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Flesh Wounds: The Culture of Cosmetic Surgery,Used
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When did cosmetic surgery become a common practice, the stuff of everyday conversation? In a work that combines a provocative ethnography of plastic surgery and a penetrating analysis of beauty and feminism, Virginia L. Blum searches out the social conditions and imperatives that have made ours a culture of cosmetic surgery. From diverse viewpoints, ranging from cosmetic surgery patient to feminist cultural critic, she looks into the realities and fantasies that have made physical malleability an essential part of our modernday identity.For a cultural practice to develop such a tenacious grip, Blum argues, it must be fed from multiple directions: some pragmatic, including the profit motive of surgeons and the increasing need to appear young on the job; some philosophical, such as the notion that a new body is something you can buy or that appearance changes your life. Flesh Wounds is an inquiry into the ideas and practices that have forged such a culture. Tying the boom in cosmetic surgery to a culturewide trend toward celebrity, Blum explores our growing compulsion to emulate what remain for most of us twodimensional icons. Moving between personal experiences and observations, interviews with patients and surgeons, and readings of literature and cultural moments, her book reveals the ways in which the practice of cosmetic surgery captures the condition of identity in contemporary culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Flesh Wounds: The Culture of Cosmetic Surgery'? A: 'Flesh Wounds' explores the cultural significance of cosmetic surgery, examining how it has become a common practice and a subject of everyday conversation.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Flesh Wounds'? A: The author of 'Flesh Wounds' is Virginia L. Blum, who provides a critical analysis of beauty standards and cosmetic surgery practices.
- Q: What are the key themes addressed in the book? A: The book addresses themes such as identity, beauty, feminism, celebrity culture, and the socio-economic factors driving the cosmetic surgery industry.
- Q: Is 'Flesh Wounds' suitable for readers interested in feminism? A: Yes, 'Flesh Wounds' offers a feminist perspective on cosmetic surgery, exploring how societal pressures influence beauty standards and personal identity.
- Q: How many pages does 'Flesh Wounds' have? A: 'Flesh Wounds' consists of 366 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes and topics.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Flesh Wounds'? A: 'Flesh Wounds' is available in hardcover binding, making it a durable option for readers.
- Q: When was 'Flesh Wounds' published? A: 'Flesh Wounds: The Culture of Cosmetic Surgery' was published on October 10, 2003.
- Q: What is the condition of 'Flesh Wounds' being sold? A: The book is being sold in new condition, ensuring it is in pristine shape for readers.
- Q: Does 'Flesh Wounds' include personal stories or interviews? A: Yes, the book includes personal experiences, interviews with patients and surgeons, and cultural analyses related to cosmetic surgery.
- Q: What makes 'Flesh Wounds' a relevant read today? A: 'Flesh Wounds' remains relevant as it discusses ongoing societal trends concerning beauty ideals, identity, and the increasing normalization of cosmetic procedures.