From the Gibson Girl to the flapper, from the vamp to the New Woman, Carolyn Kitch traces mass media images of women to their historical roots on magazine cover

An illustrated history of the most influential and unique humor magazine in post-war America.

“A fascinating collection from a group of courageous women who created the first publication to explore sex work in a compelling and intelligent way.” —Ca

The first book on magazine sensation Holiday, which between 1946 and 1977 was one of the most exciting publications in the world. Renowned for its bold layouts,

WET was one of the seminal avant-garde magazines of the 1970s. Matt Groening and others got their start here.