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Clothes of the Modern World
by Christine Hatt ; Danuta Mayer
ISBN: 0872266672
ISBN-13: 9780872266674
Format: Hardcover
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Peter Bedrick Books
Published date: 2001
Size: 9.25 x 12 inches
Weight: 1.2 pounds
Ages: 4 to 6
Pages: 48
Publisher's Notes
Today, as in the earliest times, people wear clothes not only for warmth and comfort, but also to show their position in society or simply to look good and attract a partner. Clothes of the Modern World looks at how fashions have changed in the last 200 years, as increasing industrialization has brought a greater range of garments and new fabrics, and traces the development of both haute couture and street style. Stunning detailed artwork on every page recreates clothes from Victorian crinolines and frock coats to miniskirts and sportswear.
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Clothes of the Modern World
Christine Hatt
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Clothes of the Modern World
Christine Hatt
Peter Bedrick, 2001-07-12. Hardcover. Like New. Unread copy of the book with very minor all-around wear. Inside pages crisp and clean. No remainder marks on page block. Glossy pictorial boards. ( more information)
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Hatt, Christine
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Clothes of the Modern World (Dress Sense) (Qty: 25)
Christine Hatt, Danuta Mayer
Peter Bedrick Books, 2001. Illustrated Edition. Hardcover. Brand New. 12.00 x 9.30 x 0.50. Brand new. Never read or owned. May have a remainder mark. 19.2 oz. Today, as in the earliest times, people wear clothes not only for warmth and comfort, but also to show their position in society or simply to look good and attract a partner. -- Clothes of the Modern World -- looks at how fashions have changed in the last 200 years, as increasing industrialization has brought a greater range of garments and new fabrics, and traces the development of both -- haute couture -- and street style. Stunning detailed artwork on every page recreates clothes from Victorian crinolines and frock coats to miniskirts and sportswear. . ( more information)
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Peter Bedrick. Hardcover. 0872266672 New with very slight shelf wear from time on shelf (like you'd see at a major chain). We ship daily, provide personalized customer service and want you to have a great experience purchasing from us. Thank you for your consideration. . New. ( more information)
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