Eyeliner : a cultural history
Hankir, Zahra2023
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From the distant past to the present day, humans have been drawn to lining their eyes. The aesthetic trademark of figures ranging from Nefertiti to Amy Winehouse, eyeliner is one of our most enduring cosmetic tools; ancient royals and Gen Z beauty influencers alike would attest to its uniquely transformative power. It is undeniably fun - yet it is also far from frivolous. Seen through Zahra Hankir's (kohl-lined) eyes, this ubiquitous but seldom-examined product becomes a portal to history, proof both of the stunning variety among cultures across time and space and of our shared humanity. Through intimate reporting and conversations - with nomads in Chad, geishas in Japan, dancers in India, drag queens in New York, and more - 'Eyeliner' embraces the rich history and significance of its namesake, especially among communities of colour.
Main title:
Eyeliner : a cultural history / Zahra Hankir.
Author:
Hankir, Zahra, author
Imprint:
London : Harvill Secker, 2023.
Collation:
xxxvii, 328 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 23 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781787303300 (hbk. :)
Dewey class:
391.63
Language:
English
BRN:
2651048