Face

Print length: 261 pages
Language: English
Publisher: Mit Pr
Publication date: 12 November 2019

Name: Face
SKU: 9780262043427
Availability: InStock

SKU: 9780262043427

Original price was: ₹3,555.55.Current price is: ₹3,271.11.

Explore the multifaceted world of the human face in ‘Face,’ an elaborately illustrated A-Z journey from ‘The Bookish Owl.’ Delve into the historical and contemporary significance of faces, from 19th-century anthropometry to 21st-century selfies. Author Jessica Helfand critically examines how faces serve as social currency and historical palimpsests. Discover insights into representations of faces, from vintage advertisements for nose adjusters to modern artistic interpretations of race. This visually rich book, perfect for readers interested in identity, history, and visual culture, offers a kaleidoscopic adventure that prompts universal questions about who we are and how we present ourselves. An essential read for anyone fascinated by the art and science of the face.

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Category: Arts Tag: Jessica Helfand