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Hair Matters: Beauty, Power, And Black Women'S Consciousness
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Substantive, Ethnographically Informed Research On The Politics Of Black Hairdrawing On Interviews With Over 50 Women, From Teens To Seniors, Hair Matters Is The First Book On The Politics Of Black Hair To Be Based On Substantive, Ethnographically Informed Research. Focusing On The Everyday Discussions That Black Women Have Among Themselves And About Themselves, Ingrid Banks Analyzes How Talking About Hair Reveals Black Women'S Ideas About Race, Gender, Sexuality, Beauty, And Power. Ultimately, What Emerges Is A Survey Of Black Women'S Consciousness Within Both Their Own Communities And Mainstream Culture At Large.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Hair Matters'? A: The book focuses on the politics of Black hair through ethnographically informed research, drawing on interviews with over 50 Black women to explore their discussions about race, gender, beauty, and power.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Hair Matters'? A: The author of 'Hair Matters' is Ingrid Banks.
- Q: What type of research does 'Hair Matters' utilize? A: The book utilizes substantive, ethnographically informed research based on interviews with Black women of varying ages.
- Q: How many pages does 'Hair Matters' have? A: The book contains 197 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Hair Matters'? A: The book was published on October 1, 2000.
- Q: What format is 'Hair Matters' available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Hair Matters'? A: The book explores themes of beauty, race, gender, sexuality, and the consciousness of Black women within their communities and mainstream culture.
- Q: Is 'Hair Matters' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Hair Matters' is suitable for academic study, particularly in fields related to sociology, gender studies, and African American studies.
- Q: Does the book discuss the everyday experiences of Black women? A: Yes, the book delves into the everyday discussions that Black women have about hair and its implications on their identity and societal perceptions.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'Hair Matters'? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into Black women's consciousness regarding beauty and identity, as well as an understanding of the cultural significance of hair in their lives.