Some Wore Bobby Sox

"Some Wore Bobby Sox" by Kelly Schrum offers an in-depth analysis of the youth culture of girls in the 1950s in the United States. The book highlights how a teenage identity developed and how it was linked to an emerging consumer culture. Schrum examines the interactions between fashion, music, and film, demonstrating how girls were both consumers and influencers in society. Through a variety of rich illustrations from advertisements, catalogs, and yearbooks, the cultural history of this era comes to life. The work not only provides insight into the trends of the time but also into the individual stories of girls who shaped and experienced these trends. It is a significant scholarly book that addresses the role of girls in the consumer society of the 20th century and illustrates their influence on culture and markets.