Mannequin: Working Women in India's Glamour Industry
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Mannequin: Working Women in India’s Glamour Industry

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Explore the complex world of Indian fashion modeling with Mannequin by Manjima Bhattacharya (ISBN: 9789385932229). Discover the challenges faced by models in a $70 billion industry, from unionization struggles to navigating objectification versus agency. Spanning from the 1960s to today, this book examines the evolving landscape of beauty standards and globalization’s impact on fashion’s often-overlooked workforce.

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  • ISBN-13: 9789385932229
  • Publisher: Zubaan Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Zubaan Books
  • Height: 206 mm
  • No of Pages: 250
  • Series Title: English
  • Width: 137 mm
  • ISBN-10: 9385932225
  • Publisher Date: 15 Nov 2018
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 20 mm
  • Weight: 295 gr

18 reviews for Mannequin: Working Women in India’s Glamour Industry

  1. Shambhu –

    Provides a crucial perspective on the fashion industry. Highly recommended.

  2. Aman Deshraj –

    An important book for anyone interested in fashion and labor issues in India.

  3. Gyan Prakash –

    Interesting topic, but the writing style was a bit dry. Good information, though.

  4. Gargi Chaurasia –

    A well-researched and engaging account of Indian models’ experiences. Must read.

  5. Harsh Lata –

    A decent read, but not as captivating as I had anticipated. Okay book.

  6. Dhruv Kumar –

    It was an okay book, but I don’t think I would recommend this book.

  7. Anupam Saggar –

    This book gives voice to the voiceless. Very informative and emotional.

  8. Rohit –

    A fascinating look into Indian fashion. A bit repetitive at times, but overall insightful.

  9. Digvijay Singh Panwar –

    I was hoping for more personal stories. Still, a valuable contribution.

  10. Akshit Singh –

    The book has some interesting points, but the structure felt disorganized.

  11. Chitransh Singh –

    Mannequin exceeded my expectations! A compelling and insightful journey.

  12. Soumik Goswami –

    Mannequin is amazing! The stories are so powerful and impactful.

  13. Khushboo Agarwal –

    Insightful and well-written. Highly recommend for those in the fashion world.

  14. Aditi Rawat –

    I learned so much about the modeling world! Eye-opening and thought-provoking.

  15. Kamakshi Jangid –

    Felt a bit academic at times. Could have been more accessible. Okay read.

  16. Yash Dabee –

    Mannequin sheds light on a hidden industry. The author did great job. Recommended!

  17. Karishma Kumari –

    Important topic, but I found the writing quite dense.

  18. Yash Tailor –

    A good overview of the history of modeling in India. Worth checking out.

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