Library's review
This well-researched informational text outlines major fashion trends in the history of the world from the toga to the mini-skirt. Timeline. Biography. Index.
Genres
Publication
National Geographic Kids (2015), Edition: Illustrated, 192 pages
Description
Learn about outrageous, politically-perilous, funky, disgusting, regrettable, and life-threatening creations people have worn throughout the course of human history, all the way up to the present day. From spats and togas to hoop skirts and hair shirts, why people wore what they did is an illuminating way to look at the social, economic, political, and moral climates throughout history.
Awards
Grand Canyon Reader Award (Nominee — 2019)
Eureka! Nonfiction Children’s Book Award (Gold Award — 2015)
Nerdy Book Award (2015)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2015
Pages
192
Physical description
192 p.; 11.2 inches
ISBN
1426319193 / 9781426319198
DDC/MDS
| 391.009 |
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