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Dead Feminists: Historic Heroines in Living Color by Jessica Spring, Chandler O'Leary, Jill Lepore
caseykoester39's review against another edition
4.0
Absolutely gorgeous book that is such fun to pour over. The pages are thick and the design of the layout so fun to explore. There are 4 pages of backstory on each highlighted woman, with two pages devoted to the artwork created by the authors and an explanation for the inspirations.
The authors address problematic elements in each highlighted historical figure, even things that have become problematic since their spotlight on their life. Very interesting format.
The authors address problematic elements in each highlighted historical figure, even things that have become problematic since their spotlight on their life. Very interesting format.
ljrinaldi's review against another edition
4.0
An art collective started making broadsides, to commemorate famous women in history, but also to raise money for various causes. They have been doing this for a number of years, and decided to collect all of these broadsides into a book.
But what good would such a book be, if you knew nothing about the women that inspired these. So each of the braodsides, which were created, have a breakdown of why the symbles used, and text used were done, plus a short bio of each woman. And perhaps you think you know Marie Curie, or Rachel Carson, but after reading this book you will learn more, so much more.
This is a great collection of wonderful women, and wonderful history.
Everyone should ahve this book as a wonderful history lesson, as well as a beautiful piece of artwork.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
But what good would such a book be, if you knew nothing about the women that inspired these. So each of the braodsides, which were created, have a breakdown of why the symbles used, and text used were done, plus a short bio of each woman. And perhaps you think you know Marie Curie, or Rachel Carson, but after reading this book you will learn more, so much more.
This is a great collection of wonderful women, and wonderful history.
Everyone should ahve this book as a wonderful history lesson, as well as a beautiful piece of artwork.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
thecottoncandyunicorn's review against another edition
5.0
This was a lovely book. Seeing as it was written by two white women, I was pleasantly surprised at the intersectionality within. I feel like I've learned a lot about many different women, and I'm glad that I picked up this book.
mindsplinters's review against another edition
5.0
Gorgeous, graphic, and full of bits and bobs of information. It also had the extra bonus points of including details about the creation process, the artist/printers' work.
burnourhistory's review against another edition
4.0
The art was incredible. Ariculated beautifully and thoughtful, each broadside was a joy to view. The passages were light on actual information but given the purpose if the book, that was no surprise. This was definitely a great introduction to some little known female figures in history.
jennybeastie's review against another edition
5.0
I am finding great comfort and inspiration in this book, Dead Feminists, as I read about women who fought for things, who accomplished things, who were thoughtful and vibrant and ferocious. I am equally delighted that the book is by two of my printing friends, Jessica Spring and Chandler O'Leary, and is all about letterpress as well. It's a thing of beauty, and of voice.
Also, a remarkably accessible and interesting history book.
Also, a remarkably accessible and interesting history book.
ktshpdvndr's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 ⭐️ Read as an ebook which wasn't as good as I imagine the physical book is. Beautiful letterpress featuring some known and some unknown important ladies through history. Lots of clever bits in the book and details worked into the broadsides.
foreveryoungadult's review against another edition
Graded By: Jennie
Cover Story: Big Face: Cameo Edition
Talky Talk: A Woman’s Work Is Never Done
Arty Art: Modern Issues, Historical Words
Study Buddies: Annie Oakley, Shirley Chisholm
Extra Credit: Timely
Class Standing: A+ Rabble Rouser
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Cover Story: Big Face: Cameo Edition
Talky Talk: A Woman’s Work Is Never Done
Arty Art: Modern Issues, Historical Words
Study Buddies: Annie Oakley, Shirley Chisholm
Extra Credit: Timely
Class Standing: A+ Rabble Rouser
Read the full book report here.
jmanchester0's review against another edition
5.0
This is a pretty fantastic book - for the art, for the typography, for the bevy of one-page broadsides that abound. Plus, the proceeds for the sale of these broadsides went to different charities. Proceeds of the sale of this book, too, are donated.
Obviously, I requested this book because it was about feminists, but the art was an excellent add.
This book describes several feminists of years past - many of which you've never even heard of. (To be fair, many I've never heard of, but since they're awfully obscure, I bet there's a ton you've never heard of, either!) They are from all over the world, of all ages, and not just from modern history! Quite a collection.
Some of the quotes were pretty fantastic, and several I wanted to remember. A few samples:
Come, come, my conservative friend, wipe the dew off your spectacles and see the world is moving.
-Elizabeth Cady Stanton (late 19th century)
Reading is important - read between the lines. Don't swallow everything.
-Gwendolyn Brooks
There is nothing complicated about ordinary equality.
-Alice Paul
To be human is to grow old.
-Sappho
E onipa’a . . . i ka ‘imi na’auao (Be steadfast in the seeking of knowledge.)
-Lili’uokalani
Recommended for feminists, and for typographers! (If you're both, it's a double treat!)
Thanks to NetGalley and Sasquatch Books for a copy in return for an honest review.
Obviously, I requested this book because it was about feminists, but the art was an excellent add.
This book describes several feminists of years past - many of which you've never even heard of. (To be fair, many I've never heard of, but since they're awfully obscure, I bet there's a ton you've never heard of, either!) They are from all over the world, of all ages, and not just from modern history! Quite a collection.
Some of the quotes were pretty fantastic, and several I wanted to remember. A few samples:
Come, come, my conservative friend, wipe the dew off your spectacles and see the world is moving.
-Elizabeth Cady Stanton (late 19th century)
Reading is important - read between the lines. Don't swallow everything.
-Gwendolyn Brooks
There is nothing complicated about ordinary equality.
-Alice Paul
To be human is to grow old.
-Sappho
E onipa’a . . . i ka ‘imi na’auao (Be steadfast in the seeking of knowledge.)
-Lili’uokalani
Recommended for feminists, and for typographers! (If you're both, it's a double treat!)
Thanks to NetGalley and Sasquatch Books for a copy in return for an honest review.