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The Feminization of American Culture,New
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This modern classic by one of our leading scholars seeks to explain the values prevalent in today's mass culture by tracing them back to their roots in the Victorian era. As religion lost its hold on the public mind, clergymen and educated women, powerless and insignificant in the society of the time, together exerted a profound effect on the only areas open to their influence: the arts and literature. Women wrote books that idealized the very qualities that kept them powerless: timidity, piety, and a disdain for competition. Sentimental values that permeated popular literature continue to influence modern culture, preoccupied as it is with glamour, banal melodrama, and mindless consumption.This new paperback edition, with a new Preface, will reach yet more readers with its persuasive and provocative theory. Richard Bernstein of The New York Times said: 'Her remarkable scholarship is going to set the standard for a long time to come.'
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Feminization of American Culture'? A: The main theme of 'The Feminization of American Culture' is the exploration of how Victorian-era values have influenced contemporary American culture, particularly through the roles of women in literature and the arts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Feminization of American Culture' is Ann Douglas, a prominent scholar known for her insights into American cultural history.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 416 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this edition? A: This edition of 'The Feminization of American Culture' is a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Feminization of American Culture' published? A: The book was published on September 30, 1998.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Feminization of American Culture' is suitable for academic study as it provides in-depth analysis and critical insights into American cultural history.
- Q: Are there any special features in this edition? A: This edition includes a new Preface by the author, providing updated perspectives on the book's themes.
- Q: What subjects does the book cover? A: The book covers subjects related to criticism and theory, focusing on the intersection of gender, culture, and literature in America.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Can this book be used for a literature course? A: Yes, it can be used for literature courses, especially those focusing on American literature, gender studies, and cultural criticism.