The Visible Self

The Visible Self Global Perspectives on Dress, Culture, and Society

Second Edition

Hardback (01 Jan 2000)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The authors elaborate on what dress is, define ethnocentrism and position dress in todays society. Using Western and non-Western examples, the book fosters an appreciation of the diversity of surface appearance through an exploration of the common purposes served by dress to protect, satisfy and communicate. The Visible Self, 2nd Edition, analyzes the act of dressing - not simply putting on clothing, but cleansing the body and adorning it.

Book information

ISBN: 9781563670688
Publisher: Fairchild Publications
Imprint: PDR Network
Pub date:
Edition: Second Edition
Language: English
Number of pages: 464
Weight: 1062g
Height: 235mm
Width: 187mm
Spine width: 35mm