{"product_id":"the-life-and-times-of-betty-boop-the-100year-history-of-an-animated-icon-9781493064281","title":"The Life and Times of Betty Boop: The 100-Year History of an Animated Icon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eBetty Boop: The Most Popular Female Comic Strip and Cartoon Character of All Time is the first biography of a major American cultural symbol ever written. It explores Betty Boop's romantic and family life, her appearance, attitudes, and behavior, and the controversies surrounding her. It also reveals the stories of the women who provided her with a speaking and singing voice and the backgrounds, intentions, and careers of her creators and animators. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 240 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 January 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Globe Pequot Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetty Boop: The Most Popular Female Comic Strip and Cartoon Character of All Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite the widespread availability of over 3,000 commercial products featuring Betty Boop's image, including calendars, tote bags, coffee mugs, and books promoting the idea of young women emulating her, there has yet to be a dedicated book solely focused on her life. This groundbreaking work, titled \u003cstrong\u003eBetty Boop: The Most Popular Female Comic Strip and Cartoon Character of All Time\u003c\/strong\u003e, stands as the first comprehensive biography of a significant American cultural icon. Authored by award-winning author Peter Benjaminson, it delves into the captivating life of Betty Boop, shedding light on her romantic relationships, family dynamics, and career trajectory through a wealth of comic strips, comic books, cartoons, and movies dating back to 1930.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBenjaminson meticulously details the creation of Betty Boop, drawing inspiration from two African American female entertainers who served as the human models for her character. He explores the numerous changes in Betty's appearance, attitudes, and behavior throughout the years, providing a comprehensive account of her evolution. Additionally, the book delves into the stories of the women who lent their voices to Betty, as well as the backgrounds, intentions, and careers of her numerous creators and animators.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBetty Boop's life is not without its controversies, and Benjaminson delves into her adventures with Felix the Cat, a four-year daily comic strip production. He sheds light on the social trends that have sustained Betty's popularity for nearly a century, including her transition from a perceived helpless sex object to a feminist icon and her immense appeal among young American women.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough his meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Peter Benjaminson has crafted a remarkable work that offers a deep understanding of Betty Boop's enduring legacy. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in comics, animation, popular culture, or the history of gender representation. It serves as a testament to Betty Boop's enduring influence and her status as a cultural icon that continues to captivate audiences across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 346g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 152 x 228 x 16 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781493064281\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peter Benjaminson","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":45290221863162,"sku":"9781493064281","price":11.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1705680384780_book.jpg?v=1705732636","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-life-and-times-of-betty-boop-the-100year-history-of-an-animated-icon-9781493064281","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}