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Free Thinking - Walter Benjamin; A cultural history of the body; Edvard Munch; Soviet Superwoman

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The Soviet Superwoman: Ideals and Illusions

This chapter examines the exhibition 'Superwoman' at the Grad Gallery in London, focusing on the multifaceted roles of women in Soviet Russia from the revolution to 1991. It traces the evolution of the Soviet Superwoman archetype, highlighting the complexities of empowerment and the societal expectations imposed on women amid political and industrial changes. The discussion delves into themes of motherhood, the duality of women's contributions to the workforce, and the influences of Western feminism on post-Soviet women's identities.

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