Introduction. Girl heroes: the new breed of pop heroines -- 1. Girl power and popstars: from Madonna to the Spice Girls -- 2. Living doll: the creation of a supermodel -- 3. Girl fights: female action heroes -- 4. Girls' rites: the new witchcraft -- 5. Celebrity spin: celebrities in girl culture -- Conclusion: Living with feminine icons
Summary
Reviews an emerging girl revolution in contemporary popular culture, by taking an honest and insightful look at the lure of today's powerful Chick celebrity. Hopkins surveys a new breed of pop heroine, arguing that girls are no longer prepared to accept weak and dependent role models
