{"title":"Lily E. Hirsch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLily E. Hirsch\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the vibrant intersections of science, nature, and culture with a keen and imaginative eye. Her works delve into the nuances of creativity and resilience, capturing stories that resonate with both intellect and emotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect engaging narratives that challenge conventions and celebrate the unexpected, weaving together themes from contemporary arts and natural wonders. Hirsch’s books offer thoughtful reflections that inspire curiosity and appreciation for the world’s complexities.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cant-stop-the-grrrls-by-lily-e-hirsch-9798881807535","title":"Can't Stop the Grrrls","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"This is a convincing call to action.\" \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWords and labels can hurt us all. And for many female musicians, the wounds are everywhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom stars like Britney Spears and Mariah Carey to classic icons like Yoko Ono, female musicians have long been the target of double standards and toxic labels in the media and pop culture: liar, crazy, snake, diva, slut, b*tch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese words hurt—the popular expression “sticks and stones” is wildly wrong. Lily Hirsch confronts the full range of this sexist labeling as well as the repercussions, concentrating on the experiences of Yoko Ono, Courtney Love, Britney Spears, FKA twigs, Taylor Swift, Kesha, Mariah Carey, and Ariana Grande, among many others. 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Hirsch weaves the history of the star’s most memorable roles within each chapter while exploring her approach to life, including helping other people, trying new things, tuning out naysayers, judging with empathy, processing death, aging, navigating motherhood, and much more. Discover new insights into \u003ci\u003eMurder, She Wrote\u003c\/i\u003e thanks to new research materials and interviews with some of the show’s primary players. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will gain a new appreciation of Lansbury’s strength, which she displayed early on after the death of her father in London and emigration during World War II. That strength supported her tremendous talent as she found work in the United States as an actress, first in film and then on Broadway and television. Lansbury would also raise a family and advocate for a healthy lifestyle and positive perspective with her fitness video and book \u003ci\u003ePositive Moves\u003c\/i\u003e. 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In this book, for the first time, the parodies, original compositions, and polka medleys of the \u003cem\u003eWeird Al\u003c\/em\u003e universe finally receive their due respect. Lily Hirsch weaves together original interviews with the prince of parody himself, creating a fresh take on comedy and music’s complicated romance. She reveals that Yankovic’s jests have always had a deeper meaning, addressing such topics as bullying, celebrity, and racial and gender stereotypes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWeird Al\u003c\/em\u003e is undeterred by those who say funny music is nothing but a low-brow pastime. And thank goodness. With his good-guy grace still intact, Yankovic remains unapologetically and unmistakably himself. Reveling in the mischief and wisdom of Yankovic’s forty-year career, this book is an Al-expense-paid tour of a true comedic and musical genius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471905538284,"sku":"9781538124994","price":82.51,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/46ccb2d464c0d972ea74875aafc4468d.jpg?v=1775692778"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/lily-e-hirsch.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}