![]() Orenstein's use of style is exceedingly effective in persuading the reader and informing the reader of the "girlie-girl" world. ![]() Orenstein's use of credible information permits the reader to recognize concealed motives of company's products. Mooney says, " Thats its meaning is so broadly constructed that it actually has no meaning" (17). Later in the meeting with Andy Mooney employee of the consumer products division, he reveals that there is a "genius" behind the princess. Peggy explores the world of Disney princesses to understand the appeal it has on little girls, and the interpretation behind the princesses. "The first princess items, released with no marketing plan.By 2009, they were at four billion dollars!"(18). ![]() It is evident in the text that Orenstein uses the rhetorical appeal of ethos, to justify the valid arguments she makes throughout the book. Orenstein begins her book with an awareness for the road ahead in raising a girl. ![]() Acknowledging early on in Cinderella Ate My Daughter there is a battlefield of potential body issues, poor self-esteem, sexism, and issues of gender roles. Beginning with Disney princesses, Orenstein comes to examine American Girl dolls, the "tween" market, Miley Cyrus, social media, beauty pageants, and of course, Barbie, all in the united effort to best understand the decisions she is making for her daughter. Peggy Orenstein's book, Cinderella Ate My Daughter, chronicles the author's journey through America's princess culture with her young daughter, Daisy. ![]()
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