Barbieland: The Unauthorized History
The real story of Barbie’s origins is much messier, and more interesting — especially as told in Barbieland, Tarpley Hitt’s rollicking tale ... Hitt illuminates the intertwined histories of motivational research and intellectual property, labor and plastics ... For anyone who liked the movie — or did not — and is ready for the human version.
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This book will appeal to Barbie fans, young and old, and to those interested in a case study of successful toy marketing.
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Lively ... A shrewd take on cultural history.
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