A History of English Dress V2: From the Saxon Period to the Present Day (1893)

""A History Of English Dress V2: From The Saxon Period To The Present Day"" is a book written by Georgiana Hill in 1893. The book offers a comprehensive account of the evolution of English fashion from the Saxon period to the contemporary times. The author explores the various factors that influenced fashion trends in different eras, including social, cultural, and political changes.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular period in English history. The author provides detailed descriptions of the clothing styles, fabrics, and accessories that were popular during each era. She also discusses the role of fashion in society and how it reflected the values and attitudes of the people.The book is richly illustrated with drawings and photographs of historical garments, providing readers with a visual representation of the fashion trends of each era. The author also includes anecdotes and stories about notable figures who influenced fashion, such as Queen Elizabeth I and Beau Brummell.Overall, ""A History Of English Dress V2: From The Saxon Period To The Present Day"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of fashion and its impact on society. The book provides a fascinating insight into the evolution of English dress and the cultural, social, and political factors that shaped it.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.