This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 10001351
Title: History of the Fan
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Turgut Dincer and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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Summary: "History of the Fan" by G. Woolliscroft Rhead is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work examines the cultural significance and evolution of the fan across various civilizations, exploring its use in both civil and religious contexts throughout history. The book illustrates how this seemingly simple object has complex anthropological implications, as it reflects social norms, artistic expression, and communication methods related to love and status. The opening of the book presents a poetic reflection on the origins and purposes of the fan. It dives into mythological narratives, suggesting that the fan may have divine roots, such as being associated with the breeze of the gods or even love itself, as symbolized by Cupid. The author discusses the multifaceted roles of the fan, from a mere tool for cooling to an instrument of social interaction and expression of emotions in romantic pursuits. Through historical anecdotes and references to literature, Rhead sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the fan's significance in shaping human behavior across different cultures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Rhead, G. Woolliscroft (George Woolliscroft), 1854-1920
EBook No.: 46136
Published: Jun 29, 2014
Downloads: 243
Language: English
Subject: Fans
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 10001351
Title: History of the Fan
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Turgut Dincer and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "History of the Fan" by G. Woolliscroft Rhead is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work examines the cultural significance and evolution of the fan across various civilizations, exploring its use in both civil and religious contexts throughout history. The book illustrates how this seemingly simple object has complex anthropological implications, as it reflects social norms, artistic expression, and communication methods related to love and status. The opening of the book presents a poetic reflection on the origins and purposes of the fan. It dives into mythological narratives, suggesting that the fan may have divine roots, such as being associated with the breeze of the gods or even love itself, as symbolized by Cupid. The author discusses the multifaceted roles of the fan, from a mere tool for cooling to an instrument of social interaction and expression of emotions in romantic pursuits. Through historical anecdotes and references to literature, Rhead sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the fan's significance in shaping human behavior across different cultures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Rhead, G. Woolliscroft (George Woolliscroft), 1854-1920
EBook No.: 46136
Published: Jun 29, 2014
Downloads: 243
Language: English
Subject: Fans
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.