Glitter

Glitter is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. It explores how glitter consumption and status have shifted across centuries, from ancient cosmetic to queer activist tool, environmental pollutant to biodegradable accessory, and how it reflects the entanglements of consumerism, emotion, environment, and gender/sexual identity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 28 July 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Object Lessons is a captivating series of short books that delves into the hidden world of ordinary objects. In Glitter, author Nicole Seymour takes readers on a fascinating journey to explore the multifaceted nature of glitter, a substance that is often perceived as frivolous but reveals a profound complexity. Through a rich tapestry of historical and cultural insights, Seymour uncovers the shifting consumption and status of glitter across centuries, from its ancient origins as a cosmetic tool to its contemporary role as a queer activist tool, an environmental pollutant, and even a biodegradable accessory. What sets this book apart is Seymour's meticulous exploration of glitter's composition, which has included a wide range of materials over time, including insects, glass, rocks, salt, sugar, plastic, and cellulose. Through a series of engaging examples, from glitterbombing to glitter beer, Seymour showcases how glitter reflects the intricate entanglements of consumerism, emotion, environmentalism, and gender/sexual identity. Published in partnership with an essay series in The Atlantic, Object Lessons offers a thought-provoking and visually stunning exploration of the hidden stories behind everyday objects, challenging our perceptions and inspiring us to think critically about the world around us.

Weight: 170g
Dimension: 120 x 165 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501373763