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The Heritage of Dress: Being Notes on the History and Evolution of Clothes Book Details
- Author: Wilfred Mark Webb
- Publisher: The McClure Company / E. Grant Richards
- Publication Year: 1908
- Format: Hardcover
- Condition: Acceptable
- Language: English
Condition Notes
This hardcover edition shows significant signs of wear, typical for a library book of its age. The binding is loose, with some pages detached but present. There are library stamps and markings throughout, and the cover shows wear but remains structurally sound. No dust jacket is included.
Description \"The Heritage of Dress: Being Notes on the History and Evolution of Clothes\" by Wilfred Mark Webb, published by The McClure Company and E. Grant Richards in 1908, offers a comprehensive exploration of clothing history. Webb, a Fellow of the Linnean Society of London and Curator of Eton College Museum, provides detailed insights into the evolution of clothing styles and their cultural significance. This edition, printed in New York and London, is an ex-library copy from the Brooklyn Public Library, as indicated by stamps and markings. The book includes eleven plates and numerous illustrations, enriching the text with visual context. Despite its age, this hardcover remains a valuable resource for historians and fashion enthusiasts interested in the development of attire through the ages. The physical condition reflects its history, with binding wear and some loose pages, but the content remains intact and readable. Topics & Subjects
history • fashion • clothing history • cultural evolution • academic • adult • early 20th century • vintage • ex-library • poor condition • hardcover • non-fiction
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