Soldier, sailor, frogman, spy - but never a doll

Article Abstract:

When Action Man toys were first on the market it was thought strange for boys to play with, although it portrayed a tough, masculine character. Some fathers banned them completely. They were movable in 1966 whereas Barbie and Sindy were rigid. Action Man toys represented soldiers, sailors, frogmen and astronauts. The 1993 version has three good guys and one bad guy, Cobra Commander, as boys need direction in their play. The face is slightly softer but his character is still military.

Marketing, Toys, Action figures (Toys), Action Man

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Whips? Canes? Silly Monkeys!

Article Abstract:

Marianne Martindale runs the Wildfire Club, an organisation for 'ladies passionately interested in discipline', and has recently published a book entitled 'The Female Disciplinary Manual.' Her group of Artisans lead an anti-modernist lifestyle, rejecting all developments which took place after the 1950s. Some observers have expressed concern about the group's views, which have been linked with neo-Nazi organisations and sado-masochistic sex.

Interview, Women writers, Women authors, Martindale, Marianne

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Say No to all things Lo

Article Abstract:

International No Diet Day, to be held on May 06, 1995, is designed as a day on which to celebrate health, creativity and beauty. It reflects a growing trend against the many different types of diets which have started to dominate people's lives. Its organisers believe that people should be allowed to feel good about their bodies and that women should be helped to break away from the constant cycle of dieting.

Social aspects, Reducing diets

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