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The Secret History of Wonder Woman

Book • 2014
The Secret History of Wonder Woman delves into the fascinating family story and historical context behind the creation of one of the world's most iconic superheroes.

Jill Lepore uncovers the intriguing life of William Moulton Marston, who was influenced by early suffragists and feminists, and explores how Wonder Woman became a symbol of female empowerment linked to the women's liberation movements of the 1960s and 1970s.

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