Bollmann
“Gorgeously reproduced, the pictures are a delight, ranging in tone from pious to scandalous, charming to mysterious.”—Nancy G. Heller, PhD, author of Women Artists: An Illustrated History “An arresting compendium. The book affords an opportunity to see a range of engaging works from private collections and smaller European museums.” —Naomi Rosenblum, author of A History of Women Photographers “A resplendent exhibit-on-paper of artistic portraits of women transfixed by books.” —Booklist
A RT / WO MEN ’S ST U DI ES
Women Who Read Are Dangerous
Once seen as a radical activity, reading for a woman meant that she was completely autonomous—self-possessed and cultivating ideas all her own.
women who read are
dangerous “A treasure trove of visual riches.” —New York Times Book Review
Foreword by Karen Joy Fowler
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