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Tripping the Prom Queen: The Truth About Women and Rivalry,New
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Tripping the Prom Queen is a groundbreaking investigation into the dark secret of female friendship: rivalry.Susan Shapiro Barash has exploded the myth that women help one another, are supportive of one another, and want each other to succeed. Based on interviews with women across a broad social spectrum, she has discovered that the competition between women is more vicious precisely because it is covert. She tells us:* Why women can't and won't admit to rivalry.* How women are trained from an early age to compete with one another.* In which areas women most heatedly compete.* How rivalry is different among women than among men.* The differences between competition, envy, and jealousy.* When competition is healthy and when it isn't.* Why women find it irresistible to 'trip the prom queen.'* Useful strategies to stop the competition and forge a new kind of relationship with other women.Whether you've tripped the prom queen or been tripped yourself, you will discover an engrossing exploration of this female phenomenon, as well as a beacon of hope for better, more fulfilling relationships.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Tripping the Prom Queen'? A: 'Tripping the Prom Queen' explores the complex dynamics of female rivalry and competition, revealing how women often struggle with covert competition in their friendships.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Susan Shapiro Barash, who investigates the intricacies of female relationships.
- Q: When was 'Tripping the Prom Queen' published? A: 'Tripping the Prom Queen' was published on March 6, 2007.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its First Edition.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: 'Tripping the Prom Queen' is available in new condition.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the nature of female rivalry, reasons women compete, and strategies to foster healthier relationships among women.
- Q: Does the book provide any strategies for dealing with rivalry? A: Yes, the book offers useful strategies for overcoming competition and creating supportive relationships among women.
- Q: What genre does 'Tripping the Prom Queen' belong to? A: The book falls under the genre of friendship and social psychology.
- Q: Can this book help me understand my own friendships better? A: Yes, the insights and research presented in the book can help readers reflect on and improve their own friendships and interactions with other women.