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The History and Power of Hairdressing | Elizabeth Block

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Award-winning author and historian Elizabeth L. Block joins Google to discuss her book, “Beyond Vanity: The History and Power of Hairdressing.” She explores the diverse history of women’s hair, from the cultural power of hair in 19th century America to the untold stories of business owners and trendsetters. Through her research, we see the places and spaces of hair that allow a new understanding of its immense cultural power.

Elizabeth is an art historian and a Senior Editor in the Publications and Editorial Department at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. She holds a PhD in art history from the City University of New York, an MA in American Studies from Columbia University, and a BA in English and art history from The George Washington University.

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Award-winning author and historian Elizabeth L. Block joins Google to discuss her book, “Beyond Vanity: The History and Power of Hairdressing.” She explores the diverse history of women’s hair, from the cultural power of hair in 19th century America to the untold stories of business owners and trendsetters. Through her research, we see the places and spaces of hair that allow a new understanding of its immense cultural power.

Elizabeth is an art historian and a Senior Editor in the Publications and Editorial Department at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. She holds a PhD in art history from the City University of New York, an MA in American Studies from Columbia University, and a BA in English and art history from The George Washington University.

Watch this episode at youtube.com/TalksAtGoogle.

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