Venus in the dark
Janell Hobson
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Venus in the dark
Published
2005
Publisher
Routledge
Pages
180
ISBN-10
0415974011
Description
"Western culture has long been fascinated by black women, but a history of enslavement and colonial conquest has variously labeled black women's bodies as "exotic" and "grotesque." In this remarkable cultural history of black female beauty, Janell Hobson explores the enduring figure of the "Hottentot Venus." In 1810, Sara Baartman was taken from South Africa to Europe, where she was put on display at circuses, salons, and museums and universities as the "Hottentot Venus." The subsequent legacy of representations of black women's sexuality-from Josephine Baker to Serena Williams to hip-hop and dancehall videos-continues to refer back to this persistent icon. This book analyzes the history of critical and artistic responses to this iconography by black women in contemporary photography, film, literature, music, and dance." -- Publisher's description.
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How many pages are in Venus in the dark?
This edition of Venus in the dark has approximately 180 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Venus in the dark?
For most readers, Venus in the dark typically takes between 3h 45m and 2h 30m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 45,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 0m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 45,000 words
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What is the word count of Venus in the dark?
The estimated word count for Venus in the dark is approximately 45,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Venus in the dark?
Venus in the dark was written by Janell Hobson.
When was Venus in the dark published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2005. The original work may have been published on a different date.