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All Made Up

The Power and Pitfalls of Beauty Culture, from Cleopatra to Kim Kardashian
Summary:

The book explores the historical and cultural significance of beauty practices, examining how they reflect societal values and impact individual identity. It delves into the ways beauty culture empowers and oppresses, using examples from ancient times to contemporary figures.

Key points:

1. Beauty's Cultural Roots: Nudson shows that beauty standards are shaped by society, not nature, and change with history, power, and economics.

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