Items related to Big Hair: A Journey into the Transformation of Self
Synopsis
1996, First American Edition, Paperback, 218 pages
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
Most people in modern Western society are obsessed with hair: hair they have, hair they don't, hair they don't want (there), the latest to-do about the do of the latest star or starlet--and yet there have been virtually no in-depth studies of hair in this culture. McCracken, a curator of ethnology, has written an insightful study of how Westerners redefine themselves by defining and redefining their 'dos, dont's, and dyes, and the fetishistic fascination with hair styles of the rich and famous.
Although written primarily about women's hair, and in particular, blond hair, my entire household--men and women alike--learned a great deal from the in-depth analyses of these dead strands of protein extruding from tiny pores on our heads which nonetheless have extraordinary power in determining status and even wealth. Recommended.
Review
An in-depth investigation into the cultural mores of our time.... I found this book brilliantly illuminating. (Ed. Note: Don't snicker: as you will find after reading this book, Vidal Sassoon's role in Western culture is far more important than you might think). -- Vidal Sassoon
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherOverlook Books
- Publication date1996
- ISBN 10 0879516577
- ISBN 13 9780879516574
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number1
- Number of pages218
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 32.50
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Big Hair : A Journey into the Transformation of Self
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 11019814-6
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Big Hair: A Journey into the Transformation of Self
Seller: Once Upon A Time Books, Siloam Springs, AR, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Good. This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear . This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear . Seller Inventory # mon0000614097
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Big Hair: A Journey Into the Transformation of Self
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.2. Seller Inventory # G0879516577I3N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Big Hair: A Journey Into the Transformation of Self
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.2. Seller Inventory # G0879516577I3N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Big Hair: A Journey Into the Transformation of Self
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.2. Seller Inventory # G0879516577I4N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Big Hair: A Journey Into the Transformation of Self
Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.2. Seller Inventory # G0879516577I3N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Big Hair: A Journey Into the Transformation of Self
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.2. Seller Inventory # G0879516577I4N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Big Hair: A Journey into the Transformation of Self
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR009341641
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Big Hair: A Journey into the Transformation of Self
Seller: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_398272203
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Big Hair: A Journey into the Transformation of Self
Seller: Irish Booksellers, Portland, ME, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. SHIPS FROM USA. Used books have different signs of use and do not include supplemental materials such as CDs, Dvds, Access Codes, charts or any other extra material. All used books might have various degrees of writing, highliting and wear and tear and possibly be an ex-library with the usual stickers and stamps. Dust Jackets are not guaranteed and when still present, they will have various degrees of tear and damage. All images are Stock Photos, not of the actual item. book. Seller Inventory # 11-0879516577-G
Quantity: 1 available