Books by Mica Nava

By looking at a range of texts, events and biographical narratives, this book traces cosmopolitanism from its marginal status at the beginning of the twentieth century to its relative normalisation. It offers an account of the uneven history of vernacular cosmopolitanism.

These challenging essays have their roots in the fertile convergence of feminism, sociology and cultural studies. Themes include the assessment of feminist theory, its transformations and ability to illuminate issues and practices. The complex relationship between objects of study, their political implications and their historical context is a recurring theme.

Contributes to the history and understanding of consumption and advertising. This book brings together a collection of writing on the study of advertising, consumer practices and the various directions of research. It is suitable for researchers, teachers and students.