Barbie and Ruth: The Story of the World's Most Famous Doll and the Woman Who Created Her
Barbie and Ruth: The Story of the World's Most Famous Doll and the Woman Who Created Her
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009288
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 20th century
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Barbie and Ruth: The Story of the World's Most Famous Doll and the Woman Who Created Her by Robin Gerber explores the creation of the iconic Barbie doll and the journey of Ruth Handler, the visionary behind it. The narrative delves into Handler's innovative spirit, business challenges, and the cultural impact of Barbie on society.
Informative
Inspirational
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Robin Gerber's Barbie and Ruth offers an engaging look into the creation of Barbie by Ruth Handler, providing insights into her entrepreneurial journey. The narrative captivates with its historical context but sometimes lacks depth in character analysis. While highly informative, some readers may find it slightly uncritical. However, it remains an inspiring story of innovation.
Who Should Read Barbie and Ruth: The Story of the World's Most Famous Doll and the Woman Who Created Her?
Readers interested in Barbie and Ruth by Robin Gerber would likely enjoy biographies and stories of influential women in business, such as Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson. Fans of entrepreneurial success stories and cultural icons, and those interested in gender studies or toy industry history, would also be captivated.
2,305 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
288
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 20th century
2009
Adult
18+ years
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