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Women : Photographs of the Top Female Bodybuilders by Bill Dobbins (1994, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherArtisan
ISBN-101885183011
ISBN-139781885183019
eBay Product ID (ePID)1150311
Product Key Features
Book TitleWomen : Photographs of the Top Female Bodybuilders
Number of Pages128 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSubjects & Themes / Portraits & Selfies, Bodybuilding & Weight Training, Women's Studies, Photoessays & Documentaries
Publication Year1994
IllustratorYes
GenreSports & Recreation, Social Science, Photography
TypeTextbook
AuthorBill Dobbins
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight33 Oz
Item Length11.3 in
Item Width9.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN94-019145
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition20
Dewey Decimal779/.24/092
Edition DescriptionTeacher's edition
SynopsisFor thousands of years, the muscular male body has been an object of admiration and a primary subject of art. Women, on the other hand, have rarely been celebrated for their physical strength or muscular development. But in the late 1970s, women discovered the sport of competitive bodybuilding and began doing the same kind of muscle-specific weight training as their male counterparts. As a result, we are seeing the emergence of a cultural phenomenon without precedent--women attempting to develop the ultimate degree of muscle size, shape, definition and proportion primarily for aesthetic, rather than athletic, purposes. The fact that many women are now both willing and able to devote themselves to creating muscular bodies is one indication of our changing perception of the potential of the female body as we begin the 21st century. In The Women, author and photographer Bill Dobbins presents eighty full-color and duotone photographs of top female competitive bodybuilders in a stunning visual exploration of this new phenomenon, and convincingly shows that muscles on women can indeed be beautiful. The photographs, combined with an enlightening text, explore the implications of this new aesthetic for art, sport, and our overall view of the capabilities of women. An unusual and fascinating book for anyone interested in fitness, feminism, photography, or the complex issue of gender, The Women is certain to challenge many perceptions., For thousands of years, the muscular male body has been an object of admiration and a primary subject of art. Women, on the other hand, have rarely been celebrated for their physical strength or muscular development. But in the late 1970s, women discovered the sport of competitive bodybuilding and began doing the same kind of muscle-specific weight training as their male counterparts. As a result, we are seeing the emergence of a cultural phenomenon without precedent--women attempting to develop the ultimate degree of muscle size, shape, definition and proportion primarily for aesthetic, rather than athletic, purposes. The fact that many women are now both willing and able to devote themselves to creating muscular bodies is one indication of our changing perception of the potential of the female body as we begin the 21st century. In "The Women, " author and photographer Bill Dobbins presents eighty full-color and duotone photographs of top female competitive bodybuilders in a stunning visual exploration of this new phenomenon, and convincingly shows that muscles on women can indeed be beautiful. The photographs, combined with an enlightening text, explore the implications of this new aesthetic for art, sport, and our overall view of the capabilities of women. An unusual and fascinating book for anyone interested in fitness, feminism, photography, or the complex issue of gender, "The Women" is certain to challenge many perceptions.
LC Classification NumberTR681.B57D62 1994
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- 25 Apr, 2023
Best Damn Book Ever.
If you love bodybuilding, this is a great book. Some real classic women in here. Makes a great gift for your trainer, fitness friend, or artistic body appreciation people. Every one of these I’ve given as a gift, has been a hit. Get one for yourself as well. A must have for any athletes library.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 18 Dec, 2018
Wonderfully done
The photos in this book are so tastefully done from front to back ; this book is a must have if appreciate muscular women! The beauty of the photography alone makes this book a great purchase and I highly recommend it to others ! ! !Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 27 Jan, 2019
Finally!
I’ve been looking for a copy of this book and finally got one shipping was quicker than estimated. Even coming ground shippingVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 15 Jan, 2020
Bodybuilding
Missing pages. Very poor condition.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 12 Feb, 2022
Most beautiful women!
Most beautiful women!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
