![]() ![]() Wolf's thoroughly researched and convincing theories encourage rejection of unrealistic goals in favor of a positive self-image. ![]() Women are ``trained to see themselves as cheap imitations of fashion photographs'' and must learn to recognize and combat these internalized images. The Beauty Myth - Paperback Januby Naomi Wolf (Author) 1 rating See all formats and editions Paperback 30.66 8 Used from 30.66 3 New from 136. She points out that the quest for beauty is not unlike religious or cult behavior: every nuance in appearance is scrutinized by the godlike, watchful eyes of peers, temptation takes the form of food and salvation can be found in diet and beauty aids. Freelance journalist Wolf cites predominant images that negatively influence women-the wrinkle-free, unnaturally skinny fashion model in advertisements and the curvaceous female in pornography-and questions why women risk their health and endure pain through extreme dieting or plastic surgery to mirror these ideals. This valuable study, full of infuriating statistics and examples, documents societal pressure on women to conform to a standard form of beauty. ![]()
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