In the Looking Glass: Mirrors and Identity in Early America

Examines the cultural and social significance of mirrors across various groups in North America from the seventeenth to the nineteenth centuries. It explores the evolution of mirror technology and its increasing availability, moving from rare, expensive items to more common household objects. The author investigates how mirrors influenced the understanding of self and identity among white Americans, particularly regarding gender and racial perceptions. Furthermore, the text analyzes the diverse uses and meanings of mirrors within Native American and African American communities, including their role in trade, communication, and ritual practices, while also acknowledging the complex and often overlooked perspectives of these groups.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Looking-Glass-Mirrors-Identity-America/dp/142142312X?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=ca8992e234c63fde29296c0de0edbff8&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by Podcai Studio:https://www.podcaistudio.com/