The Obstacle Race
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Germaine Greer
Binding: Hardback
Published: BCA, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Germaine Greer's seminal work, "The Obstacle Race," presents a groundbreaking examination of women's historical exclusion from the art world. This incisive study argues that societal structures and patriarchal institutions systematically hindered female artists from achieving recognition and success. It uncovers the myriad challenges, from limited access to training and materials to the devaluation of their contributions, that women confronted across centuries. The book illustrates the resilience and ingenuity of these artists while chronicling the pervasive biases that shaped their careers. This essential text offers a powerful re-evaluation of art history through a feminist lens, challenging conventional narratives and celebrating the often-overlooked achievements of women in art.
Author: Germaine Greer
Binding: Hardback
Published: BCA, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Germaine Greer's seminal work, "The Obstacle Race," presents a groundbreaking examination of women's historical exclusion from the art world. This incisive study argues that societal structures and patriarchal institutions systematically hindered female artists from achieving recognition and success. It uncovers the myriad challenges, from limited access to training and materials to the devaluation of their contributions, that women confronted across centuries. The book illustrates the resilience and ingenuity of these artists while chronicling the pervasive biases that shaped their careers. This essential text offers a powerful re-evaluation of art history through a feminist lens, challenging conventional narratives and celebrating the often-overlooked achievements of women in art.