Handbook of English Costume in the 16th Century

Article number 10124541

... the evolution of the characteristic styles of the century and the development of the individual garments ... appear in firm and authoritative outline. The information is given concisely, supported by generous illustration ... should be at once the salvation and delight of the student of costume and the theatrical designer. The Guardian For this second edition the Handbook of English Costume in the 16th Century has been thoroughly revised. Two new sections, on the clothes of working people and on children's costume, have been added to the text. The illustrations include several new plates, and detailed references to the sources are given.