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Buch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - This book invites readers to see landscapes differently. It reconceptualises landscape as an active cultural force: something that remembers, resists, and transforms alongside the humans and non-humans that move through it. Across film, television, myth, and lived environments, landscapes emerge as sites where imagination, extraction, belief, and survival collide.Organised around four interwoven lenses liminal landscapes, landscapes as wonderland, mythical terrains, and toxic and extractive environments the book moves fluidly across disciplines, drawing on film and television studies, cultural geography, environmental humanities, science and technology studies, and critical theory. Each chapter pairs conceptual clarity with richly textured case studies, ranging from ancient sacred groves and Indigenous conceptualisations of Country to digitally augmented worlds, industrial ruins, and post-extraction wastelands. These examples do more than illustrate ideas: they demonstrate how landscapes actively produce meaning, affect, and power, with tangible social and political consequences.Grounded in contemporary debates in posthumanism, multispecies thinking, and critical ecological theory, the book offers a new vocabulary for understanding landscape as aesthetic form, ecological assemblage, and contested political terrain. It unsettles inherited binaries nature and culture, human and non-human, sacred and profane revealing instead dense networks of relation, care, violence, and memory. In doing so, it speaks directly to urgent questions about climate crisis, environmental justice, and the cultural work of screen media.Bold, accessible, and theoretically ambitious, it makes a compelling case for why landscapes matter not only as places we inhabit or represent, but as forces that shape how we imagine the past, negotiate the present, and confront the futures we are making. …

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Hardback. Condition: New. This book offers a comprehensive analysis of Barbie's role in shaping societal perceptions of identity, gender, race, and sexuality. It traces Barbie's journey from a post-war American doll reflecting stereotypical ideals to a significant cultural icon whose image both reflects and influences complex contemporary discussions on identity. By situating Barbie in her historical and social context, this book explores how this iconic doll has navigated and, at times challenged, is shifting societal norms. Structured thematically, this book dedicates each chapter to specific aspects of Barbie's influence, from her portrayal of femininity and body image to her evolving representations of race and sexuality.By examining Barbie's diverse career roles and responses to beauty standards, this book encourages readers to consider both the empowerment and the limitations embedded in her narrative. It also critically addresses efforts to diversify Barbie's image, questioning whether these initiatives genuinely engage with diverse communities or commodify inclusivity for commercial appeal. Aimed at scholars and students in fields such as gender studies, sociology, and cultural studies, this book draws from multidisciplinary insights to enhance the reader's understanding of Barbie's impact.Its rigorous theoretical framework and balanced perspective make it an essential resource for those interested in consumer culture, identity formation, and media representations. By engaging with Barbie's complex legacy, this book provides a timely and thought-provoking contribution to discussions about the intersections of identity, representation, and popular culture.…

Hardback. Condition: New. This book examines the evolution of Barbie as a brand and cultural icon, analysing her impact as a model for identity and a powerful influencer within the toy, fashion, and media industries. Since her debut in 1959, Barbie has evolved from a fashion doll to a symbol of empowerment, diversity, and social commentary, reflecting broader shifts in society's views on identity, representation, and consumer culture.Through a historical and cultural lens, this study traces how Barbie has become a dynamic force in shaping public perceptions and cultural values. Key features of the book include an exploration of Barbie's marketing strategies, brand adaptations, and role in reflecting and challenging societal expectations. Each chapter critically analyses major campaigns and collaborations that have positioned Barbie as both a beloved toy and a lifestyle brand. Additionally, the book examines controversies surrounding Barbie's image, offering insights into how her branding navigates consumer expectations and societal pressures. This in-depth approach helps readers understand how Mattel has continuously adapted Barbie to stay relevant in a changing cultural landscape. Targeted at academics and students in fields such as popular culture, gender studies, sociology, and marketing, this book serves as a resource for understanding the intersections of consumer culture and identity formation. Readers will find valuable insights into the role of media and advertising on children's self-perception and societal norms.Through a comprehensive exploration of Barbie's influence, this book offers essential knowledge for those interested in the broader implications of branding and marketing in shaping societal ideals and individual aspirations.…