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'Nothing But the Girl: The Blatant Lesbian Image' – 1996 Hardcover - $100
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About the Book:
This groundbreaking book is a definitive photographic survey and critical examination of lesbian representation in art, media, and popular culture. It brings together the work of dozens of artists and photographers to celebrate, critique, and explore the lesbian image—from historical erasure to contemporary self-definition. More than a collection of images, it is a cultural manifesto and a key text in LGBTQ+ studies, feminist art history, and visual theory.
Key Details:
Title: Nothing But the Girl: The Blatant Lesbian Image
Editors: Susie Bright & Jill Posener
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket (as issued)
Publisher/Year: Freedom Editions, 1996
Content: Rich collection of photographic essays, artist statements, and critical commentary.
Collector's & Historical Significance:
Landmark Publication: A highly sought-after and important book for collectors of LGBTQ+ literature, feminist works, and photography monographs.
Cultural Artifact: Captures a pivotal moment in 1990s queer visibility and the rise of unapologetic lesbian artistic expression.
Editorial Pedigree: Curated by Susie Bright, a legendary sex-positive author and activist, and Jill Posener, a noted photographer and author—ensuring its sharp perspective and cultural weight.
Visual Impact: The cover and contents are powerful and designed to provoke and celebrate, making it a striking display piece.
Condition:
Please examine photos closely for condition. This is a vintage hardcover from 1996. The book may show signs of age and handling typical for a nearly 30-year-old volume, such as mild shelf wear to the dust jacket or boards, and possible toning to pages. Any notable flaws will be visible in the images. Sold as-is as a collectible.
This is an essential volume for any serious collection focused on queer history, gender studies, photography, or 20th-century counterculture. A powerful and beautiful book that remains as relevant today as when it was published.
Note: Due to the mature and specific nature of the content, this book is intended for an adult audience.