{"product_id":"skin-trade-harvard-university-press-9780674810846","title":"Skin Trade","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn \"Skin Trade,\" acclaimed author Ann duCille delves into the complexities of race and gender in contemporary America, asserting that racism continues to be a dominant narrative within the nation's identity. Published by Harvard University Press in 1996, this thought-provoking work spans 224 pages and challenges the notion that marginalized groups should simply conform to societal expectations. DuCille critically examines how corporate America reinforces racial and gender stereotypes, from familiar brands like Aunt Jemima Pancakes to culturally specific products such as ethnic Barbie dolls. By confronting these pervasive issues, \"Skin Trade\" compels readers to recognize the ongoing impact of racism in society while urging a reevaluation of the messages perpetuated through commercial culture. This compelling book is essential for anyone seeking to understand the intricate relationship between media, identity, and race in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookshop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52228641292630,"sku":"9780674810846","price":51.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0886\/3206\/6390\/files\/9780674810846.jpg?v=1767743585","url":"https:\/\/www.englishbook.fi\/products\/skin-trade-harvard-university-press-9780674810846","provider":"Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}