• Rare 1959 The Changeable Woman Booklet National Research Bureau Chicago - Retro Art

• Publisher: National Research Bureau, Inc. (Chicago, IL)

• Year Published: 1959 (Copyright date visible on page 2)

• Author(s): James E. Payne (Lead article), Ruby Wakeley (Posture section), Dr. Paul Popenoe ("Manless Eden")

• Format: Pamphlet / Booklet / Softcover

• Language: English

• Topic: Women’s Lifestyle, Etiquette, Fashion, 1950s Social Guidance

• Country/Region of Manufacture: USA

Product Description

Title: The Woman (Subtitled: The Changeable Woman) Key Content:

• "Good Posture" by Ruby Wakeley: Features quotes from fashion icons of the era including Emilio Pucci. It discusses how posture affects a woman's "aura" and business success.

• "The Changeable Woman" by James E. Payne: Explores the psychological shifts and "coquettish" behavior of women in the late 50s.

• "Trapped In A Manless Eden" by Dr. Paul Popenoe: A fascinating period piece discussing the "traps" that keep women from marrying (Parental, Self-centered, Occupational, and Geographical).

• Illustrations: Beautiful mid-century "Atomic Age" style line drawings of fashion, shoes, and women in various social scenarios.

Condition Notes (Based on your photos):

• Overall: Good vintage condition.

• Cover: Light age-toning (yellowing) to the paper, which is common for newsprint-style stock from this era. Some minor surface wear.

• Edges: Very clean with no major tears or dog-ears visible in the photos.

• Binding: Staple-bound (check for rust on the staples to add to your listing).

 National Research Bureau (NRB)  was a prominent Chicago-based firm that produced specialized newsletters and guides for businesses and home life during the mid-century. This specific "Woman" series is a cross-over item for collectors of feminist history, 1950s ephemera, and mid-century graphic design.