Mask

Object Lessons explores the politics of the mask, examining how identity is read on this object and how it is valued. It is published in partnership with an essay series in The Atlantic.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 136 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Object Lessons is a captivating series of beautifully designed books that delve into the hidden lives of ordinary things. From the theater mask and masquerade to the masked criminal and the rise of facial recognition software, masks have long played a crucial role in protecting and concealing identity. While they serve as a shield, masks also extend the self, becoming an integral part of our material culture. However, as Sharrona Pearl points out, mask-wearing has become increasingly weaponized and politicized, making it essential to examine the politics of the mask. By exploring who we seek to protect through different forms of masking, Pearl's long history of masks provides valuable insights into our values. Object Lessons is published in partnership with The Atlantic, a renowned publication that shares our commitment to exploring the hidden stories behind everyday objects.

Weight: 132g
Dimension: 122 x 165 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9798765102404