The Corset and the Crinoline (eBook)

Enriched edition. A Book of Modes and Costumes from Remote Periods to the Present Time

William Barry Lord (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
142 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766457395-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Corset and the Crinoline," William Barry Lord navigates the intricate interplay between fashion, femininity, and cultural identity in 19th-century society. This carefully researched work employs a blend of historical analysis and sociocultural commentary to illuminate how corsetry and crinoline shaped not only women's physical appearances but also their social roles and expectations. Lord's engaging prose, infused with vivid illustrations from the period, situates the discussion within the broader context of Victorian values, highlighting the tension between propriety and self-expression that marked the era. William Barry Lord, a scholar with a keen interest in the intersections of history and sartorial culture, brings his unique perspective to the subject through meticulous scholarship. Drawing from various primary and secondary sources, Lord's extensive study reflects his background in fashion history and social anthropology, as he unpacks the implications of dress on women's autonomy. His passion for uncovering marginalized voices in history resonates through his writing, making the text not only informative but also socially relevant. This compelling examination is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts of fashion history alike. Lord's in-depth analysis invites readers to reconsider the complexities of women's experiences within a historical framework that continues to influence contemporary discussions about body image, identity, and societal expectations. Engage with this rich exploration of the 19th-century female experience and the garments that framed it.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.5.2021
• Einführung: Jillian Glover
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Jillian Glover
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Gender Studies
• Schlagworte: 19th century attire • 19th-century fashion • authors and attire • Clothing and dress • corset cultural significance • corsetry • corsets • costume history • Crinolines • crinoline skirts • crinoline societal impact • Cultural Studies perspective • fashion and identity • Fashion History • fashion in literature • feminine aesthetics • gender identity expression • historical clothing • historical garment analysis • History • literary dress • Manners and customs General • pictorial works • Social norms evolution • victorian fashion • women's clothing history