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Title: Costume: Fanciful, Historical and Theatrical
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Summary: "Costume: Fanciful, Historical and Theatrical" by Mrs. Aria is a compilation focusing on the evolution of clothing and fashions through various historical periods, written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the intricacies of costume design from classic times to more modern influences, drawing connections between attire and cultural contexts. The illustrations by Percy Anderson enrich the text, showcasing the vivid styles and trends that defined different eras. At the start of the book, the author introduces the concept of fashion, noting its limited scope in ancient Roman society, where dress was strictly regulated by societal norms and laws. She discusses the toga and the tunic as prevalent garments, emphasizing the lack of individuality in fashion during those times. The text highlights Boadicea’s preference for Roman attire during her rebellion against the Romans, setting a historical context for the discussion of clothing through the ages. Mrs. Aria’s narrative is both informative and reflective, establishing a foundation for examining the artistry of costume across various chapters, focusing on details such as fabrics, styles, and cultural significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Aria, Mrs. (Eliza Davis), 1866-1931
Illustrator: Anderson, Percy, -1928
EBook No.: 48551
Published: Mar 22, 2015
Downloads: 252
Language: English
Subject: Costume -- History
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Costume: Fanciful, Historical and Theatrical
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Jane Robins 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: "Costume: Fanciful, Historical and Theatrical" by Mrs. Aria is a compilation focusing on the evolution of clothing and fashions through various historical periods, written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the intricacies of costume design from classic times to more modern influences, drawing connections between attire and cultural contexts. The illustrations by Percy Anderson enrich the text, showcasing the vivid styles and trends that defined different eras. At the start of the book, the author introduces the concept of fashion, noting its limited scope in ancient Roman society, where dress was strictly regulated by societal norms and laws. She discusses the toga and the tunic as prevalent garments, emphasizing the lack of individuality in fashion during those times. The text highlights Boadicea’s preference for Roman attire during her rebellion against the Romans, setting a historical context for the discussion of clothing through the ages. Mrs. Aria’s narrative is both informative and reflective, establishing a foundation for examining the artistry of costume across various chapters, focusing on details such as fabrics, styles, and cultural significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Aria, Mrs. (Eliza Davis), 1866-1931
Illustrator: Anderson, Percy, -1928
EBook No.: 48551
Published: Mar 22, 2015
Downloads: 252
Language: English
Subject: Costume -- History
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.