{"product_id":"9798881808228","title":"Wicked Witch of the West: The Enduring Legacy of a Feminist Icon","description":"Author: Bailey, Lona\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9798881808228\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Bloomsbury\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 30 Oct 2025\u003cbr\u003ePages: 224 Format: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn empowering look at one of pop culture's most enduring feminist icons, The Wicked Witch of the West.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMore than 125 years after her introduction, the Wicked Witch of the West remains an icon of popular culture. Known by many names   from \"The Wicked Witch of the West\" to Evillene, Elphaba, and Theodora   she consistently defies expectations and wields her power unapologetically. At the heart of her everlasting appeal is her embodiment of feminist ideals that resonate today.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eWicked Witch of the West- The Enduring Legacy of a Feminist Icon\u003c\/i\u003e, Lona Bailey explores the radical feministic undertones of one of the most enduring characters in popular culture. Introduced in 1900 through L. Frank Baum's \u003ci\u003eThe Wonderful Wizard of Oz\u003c\/i\u003e, the Wicked Witch has captivated generations as both a symbol of fear and empowerment. More than just a villain, she embodies rebellion and resistance, refusing to conform to the roles historically assigned to women. This book traces her transformation over the past century, highlighting how she has evolved through countless adaptations from \u003ci\u003eThe Wizard of Oz \u003c\/i\u003eto the film adaptation of \u003ci\u003eWicked\u003c\/i\u003e while maintaining her core identity as a powerful, defiant figure. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTo understand why the Witch remains captivating more than a century after her creation, Bailey delves into the radical feminism underlying her character and examines how she has been reinterpreted since her debut. From the suffrage movement to the fight for reproductive rights, and from the #MeToo movement to ongoing battles against gender stereotypes, the Witch symbolizes the struggles and triumphs women face. Her presence transcends mere performance; she serves as a reminder that the fight for justice, equality, and autonomy continues. By exploring the Witch's feminist evolution, readers will gain insight into why her character resonates with generations of women.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46655904448670,"sku":"UBD-9798881808228","price":49.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9798881808228.jpg?v=1774836813","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9798881808228","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}