JOURNAL ARTICLE

Femmephilia: Love Letters to Trans Mermaids, Queer Mothers, and Marilyn Monroe.

  • Published In: Publishers Weekly, 2026, v. 273, n. 17. P. 47 1 of 2

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

This review focuses on *Femmephilia: Love Letters to Trans Mermaids, Queer Mothers, and Marilyn Monroe*, an essay collection by independent scholar Sophie Lewis that critiques femmephobia, defined as the devaluation of feminine traits and aesthetics. Lewis explores pop culture, mythology, and history to argue that extravagant femininity can resist capitalism and challenge traditional caretaking roles. The book includes analyses of Marilyn Monroe’s cultural portrayals and a queer interpretation of *The Little Mermaid*, highlighting how mainstream adaptations sanitize the original’s complex themes. Overall, the collection offers a critical yet hopeful examination of contemporary gender dynamics and the potential for liberation among femmes. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Publishers Weekly. 2026/04, Vol. 273, Issue 17, p47
  • Document Type:Book Review
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0000-0019
  • Accession Number:193297386
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