Author: M.G. Lord. Published by Goose Lane Editions, Fredericton, NB., 2004, 1st Edition. Printed in USA by Walker Publishing Company. Almost New Condition SOFTCOVER Book. Clean inside, tight spine. Size: 8.25 x 5.5 inch, 325 pages with index.
FOREVER BARBIE, The Unauthorized Biography of a Real Doll, by M.G. Lord, a cultural critic, investigative journalist, and first-generation Barbie owner, Lord uncovers the surprising story behind Barbie’s smash success.
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In this witty and provocative book, she unearths Barbie's low origins as "Lili," a sexy doll for grown ups sold as a gag gift in post-war Germany, and follows her development through countless makeovers and career changes into a "traditional toy" and ultimately an international pop-culture icon. Interviewing the toy-company executives, fashion designers, and merchandizing geniuses who helped mould Barbie into what she is today, Lord takes a seriously wry look at the polyvinyl goddess who attracts as many detractors as die-hard fans.
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