The history of the Barbie doll
Date Submitted: 04/29/2004 16:00:46
Category: / History / North American History
Length: 5 pages (1353 words)
Category: / History / North American History
Length: 5 pages (1353 words)
BARBIE
Barbie is an idol to many young girls, but has also led many young girls to become bulimic or anorexic to look like her. The first Barbie originated with the German doll, Lilli, in 1955 and the first Barbie was made in 1959. Barbie was named after the founder of Mattel's toy company daughter Barbara. Mattel started Barbie's of the world because they didn't want any young girl from another countrys feel the need to be …
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