About this product

Product Identifiers

PublisherABC-Clio, LLC

ISBN-101610690621

ISBN-139781610690621

eBay Product ID (ePID)160051422

Product Key Features

Number of Pages556 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameHats and Headwear Around the World : a Cultural Encyclopedia

SubjectFashion & Accessories, Encyclopedias, Anthropology / Cultural & Social

Publication Year2013

TypeNot Available

Subject AreaDesign, Référence, Social Science

AuthorBeverly Chico

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.2 in

Item Weight48.1 Oz

Item Length10 in

Item Width7 in

Additional Product Features

LCCN2013-011508

Reviews"With the publication of this title, researchers in fashion and costume history now have a well-researched reference work in which to find the history, significance, and meaning behind hats and headwear worn throughout the world." - ARBA, "From the historical to the cultural, the balaclava to the burqa, this entertaining compendium has a hat for all occasions - and not only hats, but also examples of caps, crowns, wigs, and veils." -- Reference Reviews "Many entries include references for further reading and research. Summing Up: Recommended." -- Choice "Entries are easy-to-read yet complete and provide a nice springboard for further research. Overall, this is a nice addition to any library with patrons interested in fashion or the history of clothing." -- Booklist "An absorbing cultural study for those fascinated by fascinators and more." -- Library Journal "With the publication of this title, researchers in fashion and costume history now have a well-researched reference work in which to find the history, significance, and meaning behind hats and headwear worn throughout the world." -- ARBA

Dewey Edition23

Number of Volumes1 vol.

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal391.4/3

Table Of ContentList of Entries Preface Acknowledgments Introduction A-Z Entries Bibliography Index About the Author

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

SynopsisAre feathers from endangered bird species still commonly used on hats? Why do many Muslim women cover their heads? How has advancing technology influenced modern headwear? This concise encyclopedia provides the answers to these questions and many more regarding headwear and human culture in its examination of headwear around the world. It examines topics from ancient times to the modern era, providing not only detailed physical descriptions and historical facts but also information that addresses cultural significance, religion, historical events, geography, demographic and ethnic issues, fashion, and contemporary trends. The entries reveal fascinating insights into headwear as historical, aesthetic, fashion, utilitarian, mystical, and symbolic apparel, and supplies comprehensive analyses of hats across the globe unavailable in the existing literature., This concise encyclopedia examines headwear around the world, from ancient times to the modern era, comprising entries that address cultural significance, religion, historical events, geography, demographic and ethnic issues, fashion, and contemporary trends. Are feathers from endangered bird species still commonly used on hats? Why do many Muslim women cover their heads? How has advancing technology influenced modern headwear? This concise encyclopedia provides the answers to these questions and many more regarding headwear and human culture in its examination of headwear around the world. It examines topics from ancient times to the modern era, providing not only detailed physical descriptions and historical facts but also information that addresses cultural significance, religion, historical events, geography, demographic and ethnic issues, fashion, and contemporary trends. The entries reveal fascinating insights into headwear as historical, aesthetic, fashion, utilitarian, mystical, and symbolic apparel, and supplies comprehensive analyses of hats across the globe unavailable in the existing literature., This concise encyclopedia examines headwear around the world, from ancient times to the modern era, comprising entries that address cultural significance, religion, historical events, geography, demographic and ethnic issues, fashion, and contemporary trends.

LC Classification NumberGT2110.C46 2013