Annabelle Hirsch
A History of Women in 101 Objects: A walk through female history
A History of Women in 101 Objects: A walk through female history
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A WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2023, "The Cabinet of Curiosities" is a quiet, intimate, and particular journey through the fascinating, too-often-overlooked histories of women. It includes objects that have been highly esteemed and fought over, as well as humble and domestic items. Annabelle Hirsch has created a new history that is teeming, unexpected, witty, and always illuminating, revealing what a healed femur says about civilization, what men have to fear from hat pins, and that the past has always been as complicated and fascinating as the women that peopled it.
Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 12 October 2023
Publisher: Canongate Books
This captivating book delves into the often overlooked and diverse histories of women, presented through a collection of 101 fascinating objects. From esteemed artifacts like the Bayeux tapestry to humble and domestic items, the book explores a range of experiences and perspectives. It uncovers objects that serve as symbols of female pleasure, subjugation, rebellion, and self-revelation, showcasing the complexities and contradictions of women's lives throughout history.
Author Annabelle Hirsch has masterfully crafted a new history that is rich, unexpected, witty, and always enlightening. Through the varied and nuanced presentation of these 101 objects, she sheds light on the past and challenges prevailing narratives. The book reveals the profound impact of women on civilization, highlights the dangers associated with hat pins, and demonstrates that the history of women is as intricate and captivating as the women who lived it.
This overdue corrective offers a fresh perspective on history, challenging readers to reevaluate their understanding of the past and the role of women in shaping it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in gender studies, history, and the fascinating complexities of human experience.
Weight: 664g
Dimension: 223 x 152 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781805300878
Edition number: Main
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