Hats and Headwear around the World: A Cultural Encyclopedia
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| Rating | : | 4.88 (805 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1610690621 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 531 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-11-03 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
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.• Vividly documents the fundamental human experience and universal practice of adorning the head • Highlights the global community and cultural linkages of headwear function, material, and style • Directly relates hats to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, usage, and form • Enables greater understanding of human diversity throughout time by tracing the development of headgear • Provides dozens of sidebars to pique reader interest and offer short, witty, funny, or pertinent content
Author Chico, a professor of history and humanities at Regis University in Denver, has traveled the world for several decades developing an appreciation for both the varieties and historical and cultural significance of headwear found throughout the globe. Emphasizing a cultural perspective, entries vary from actual pieces of headwear to their geographic and social significance. Overall, this is a nice addition to any library with patrons interested in fashion or the history of clothing. --Asia Gross . Some of the most interesting facts can be found in the sidebars—for example, the term hat trick was coined during an 1858 cricket match. An extensive bibliography and an index complete the volume. Entries are easy to read yet complete and provide a nice springboard for further research. See also and further-reading notes accompany entries, and valuable images are sprinkled throughout—although there are not nearly enough. Havin
Beverly Chico, PhD, is history/humanities professor at Regis University in Denver, CO.
"Great read, enjoyable and super informative" according to Greg Walker. Since I've often worn hatslike daily I got this as a Christmas gift (from a clueless boss) and thought hmmm. Well, I just finished reading and it was really, really intresting. Although I skipped around alot since it can be read that way and is useful in looking up info, the material is extrelemly readable and well written good solid book packed with inf. Markas Henry said More illustrations would have made this a more helpful book.. More illustrations would have made this a more helpful book. Unfortunately the user has to know what to look for in order to identify a hat or headwear item.. Herrick Lidstone said Great reference and read. Comprehensive and well written. Read about the Garibaldi hat. Thoroughly researched and written by a Ph.D. For the rest of is.