The Story of Costume

This beautifully illustrated, full-colour history of costume has been produced by bestselling author John Peacock especially for children.With over 320 hand-drawn illustrations, and clearly written descriptions on every page, the book offers a broad survey of Western costume from ancient times through to the present day, and is sure to delight any child with an interest in fashion or history, as well as being an invaluable educational resource.

Product details

• Authors: John Peacock
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: from age 5
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 29.08.2006
• EAN: 9780500513095
• ISBN: 978-0-500-51309-5
• No. of pages: 48
• Dimensions: 210 mm x 285 mm x 13 mm
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Art, music; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Popular Culture, History: specific events & topics, HISTORY / General, DESIGN / Fashion & Accessories, DESIGN / Textile & Costume, Fashion & society, Fashion design & theory, History: specific events and topics, Fashion and textile design, Cultural studies: dress and society, Fashion Accessories;Costume;Illustration;Drawing