Pregnant Pictures

by Sandra Matthews, Laura Wexler

In this dazzling collection of over 200 photos of pregnant women taken from art libraries, childbirth manuals, maternity ads, contemporary art, and personal albums, the authors explore the paradox between image and reality. The photos illuminate how society creates feminine roles through the institution of pregnancy-and how women resist such roles.

282 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Frederic · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well illustrated, but not a photo book. Six chapters exploring the history and meanings of photographs of pregnant women. Very well done.