Killing Men & Dying Women

The book delves into theories of embodiment and gesture to enhance the understanding of New York abstract painting. It offers insightful analyses of works by artists like Krasner, while also examining Pollock and Frankenthaler in their creative processes. By connecting the experiences of these artist-women with Marilyn Monroe, the text highlights the interplay between art and subjectivity, revealing deeper cultural and personal narratives within the abstract painting movement.