Beauty, Women's Bodies and the Law

Performances in Plastic

Autor*innen

• Jocelynne A. Scutt

Parameter

• 404 Seiten
• 15 Lesestunden

• Juristische Literatur
• Politikwissenschaft
• Recht
• Sozialwissenschaften

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Examining the intersection of beauty standards and legal frameworks, this book investigates how plastic and cosmetic surgery impact women's perceptions of their bodies. It questions whether these interventions align with women's desires and explores the legal ramifications when procedures go awry. Key themes include consent, cultural pressures, and the societal expectations that influence women's choices. The author highlights legal cases involving dissatisfied patients and companies promoting beauty products, shedding light on the complexities of body image and autonomy in contemporary society.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2021
• Einband: Paperback