Reclaiming the Tomboy

The Body, Representation, and Identity

Erica Joan Dymond, Jennifer Harrison, Holly Wells , Lynn Deboeck, University of Utah

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Lexington Books
23 April 2024

Popular culture; Gender studies, gender groups; Gender studies: women

"With the tomboy figure currently operating in a liminal space between extinction and resurgence, Reclaiming the Tomboy: The Body, Identity, and Representation is an unabashed celebration of her rebellious, independent, and pioneering spirit. This collection examines the tomboy as she appears throughout history, in the arts and in real-life. It also addresses how she has changed over the centuries, adapting to the world around her and breaking new boundaries in new ways (sometimes with a ""simple"" selfie). While this collection addresses the claim of the tomboy as being antiquated or even ""problematic,"" it more vigorously offers examples of where she is thriving and benefiting from her tomboy identity. Ultimately, this book underscores the tomboy's legacy as well as why she is still relevant, if not needed, today."

Contributions by: Lynn Deboeck University of Utah, Erica Joan Dymond
Edited by: Erica Joan Dymond, Jennifer Harrison, Holly Wells
Imprint: Lexington Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 227mm, Width: 150mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 390g
ISBN: 9781793622969
ISBN 10: 1793622965
Pages: 254
Publication Date: 23 April 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Erica Joan Dymond is assistant professor of English at East Stroudsburg University. Jen Harrison is a freelance writer, editor, and dissertation coach. Holly Wells is associate professor of English at East Stroudsburg University.

Reviews for Reclaiming the Tomboy: The Body, Representation, and Identity

An anthology that takes the enduring and evolving figure of the tomboy seriously. From her commodification to her rise in social media, from international to literary and media contexts – this collection is vital for understanding the competing discourses that celebrate and constrain an important symbol of gender rebellion. An important read for scholars and students of gender, communication, media, and cultural criticism. -- Jamie Skerski, University of Colorado Boulder