Monster Essays - Alice Walker's "Beauty: When The Other Dancer Is The Self"
Alice Walker's "Beauty: When The Other Dancer Is The Self"
The definition of “beauty” in today’s culture is narrowly described. There is generally one type of woman who fits in this category and is understood and accepted by the masses to be “beautiful.” These expectations have been altered throughout American history. However, one thing has never changed. A woman is judged by her beauty – her hair, body, and clothing have been decided for her. Women who do not appeal to these standards are often forgotten. When they are forgotten they lose the true meaning of being beautiful and where beauty really lies. In Ali....
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