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Magazines and their Readers
Until 29 August 2009
Entrance free
Want to understand the history of the women's magazine? Looking for a one-stop introduction to the must-have features on top of every reader's wish list? Then let this bright exhibition show you everything you need to know about women's magazines.
Between the Covers charts the evolution of women's magazines from the 17th century to the present day, showcasing some of the most influential and innovative titles and telling the stories behind their success.
Sections devoted to love and relationships, looking good, house and home, and the wider world reveal how magazines have responded to women's changing aspirations.
You can also view a specially commissioned film capturing the voices and opinions of contemporary magazine readers in East London, as well as listening to behind-the-scenes gossip from women who have worked on magazines.
Accompanying the exhibition are a range of related events. We are also offering free workshops for students.
Praise for Between the Covers
"an extraordinary story of modern femininity from corsets to botox... absorbing and entertaining"
Times Literary Supplement
"a page-turner of a new exhibition"
Sunday Telegraph
"take[s] women's magazines seriously... a thought-provoking exhibition [and] essential public service"
Morning Star
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Shrew 1969
Shrew was the first of many magazines in Britain to emerge from the Women’s Liberation Movement.
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