Lord, M. G

Examines the origin, history and popular culture of the Barbie doll.

Thirty years after her childhood, when her mother was dying from cancer and her father disappeared into his work at the Jet Propulsion laboratory, the author records her journey of discovery from childhood to the present.

Examines the history of the Barbie doll and its impact on modern culture throughout the years, discussing such topics as Barbie collectors, Mattel executives, female stereotypes, feminism, Barbie's representations in art, and what the doll means to little girls.