So promises the 1957 paperback YOUR POWER AS A WOMAN! by Alma Archer, and published by Hazel Bishop, a 1950's cosmetic companies. (Yes, they advocate extensive use of the Hazel Bishop cosmetics and skin care lines. No, they're not still available, as far as I can tell).
When I look at the cover, I have to wonder: will this information still be relevant to me, now-- in 2013? Just look at those photos. Wouldn't I like to learn to be calm and lovely while someone puts their tongue in my ear? (NO.) Would I like to talk on the phone more? (Nope. In fact, if fewer people could call me, that would be great.) Do I want to receive Miss-America-style bouquets of roses while wearing a negligee? (YES. It's all I have EVER wanted.)
The back cover lists just SOME of the subjects we'll be covering (in addition to the rather ham-handed use of exclamation marks):
- have fun losing weight with an amazing new 14 day reducing diet! (I am skeptical as to how "fun" this might be, but SURE-- we'll give it a try.)
- 9 tested tips for getting and keeping the man you want most! (Watch out, Benedict Cumberbatch! Actually, I suspect the advice won't be that specific.)
- how to get rid of ugly blackheads and pimples-- have a lovely skin! (um... this advice might not be for my age group.)
- 16 secrets of being more popular at home, at work and at play! (I love the concept of being more popular AT HOME. We'll have to survey the cats after this is done to see if their feelings towards me have changed.)
- 22 practical ways to get far more out of life after you pass 40! (Yeah, but it's 1957, so my opportunities are probably going to be pretty limited here. Oh, hell-- it couldn't hurt to try, could it? )
- 19 ways to make sure you pick the right clothes and wear them with assurance and chic! (I'd love to wear my clothes with chic! when can I get started?)
Hundreds of ideas in this revealing book-- just one may work "miracles" for YOU!
Next time: HOW BIG IS YOUR POWER POTENTIAL?
