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Bad girls : the media, sex and feminism in the '90s / Catharine Lumby

This study examines contemporary debates on pornography, media censorship, and feminism. It explores how younger women engage with popular culture and sexuality, challenging traditional critiques of sexism and representation in the modern media landscape.
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