Costume and Fashion: A Concise History (Laver James)(Paperback)

Costume and Fashion: A Concise History (Laver James)(Paperback)

From the momentous invention of the needle some 40,000 years ago to the development of blue denim, from Neolithic weavers to the biggest names in the fashion industry today, this classic guide covers the landmarks of costume history. Costume and Fashion explores the forms and materials used in

Auguste Racinet. the Complete Costume History (Ttart-Vittu Franoise)(Pevná vazba)

Racinet’s Costume History is a landmark in the study of clothing and fashion. This reprint presents Racinet’s exquisitely precise color illustrations, as well as his delightful descriptions and witty commentary. From Eskimo attire to high French couture, this is an unrivalled encyclopedia for

Stories of Art (Elkins James)(Paperback)

Stories of Art is James Elkins's intimate history of art. Concise and original, this engaging book is an antidote to the behemoth art history textbooks from which we were all taught. As he demonstrates so persuasively, there can never be one story of art. Cultures have their own stories - about

A Concise History of Mexico (Hamnett Brian R.)(Paperback)

This concise history provides a broad thematic history of Mexico from political, economic, and cultural perspectives. In this third edition, Hamnett adds new material on changes in the twenty-first century, including the Mexican drug war between government officials and gangs, and the immigration

The History of Modern Fashion: From 1850 (Cole Daniel James)(Pevná vazba)

Shortlisted for the Costume Society of America Millia Davenport Publication Award (2016), this lavishly illustrated book looks at the history of fashion from 1850 to 2010. Taking a decade-by-decade approach, Daniel James Cole and Nancy Deihl explore the history of fashion as a lively and dynamic

Short History of Seafaring (Lavery Brian)(Paperback / softback)

Buddhism: A Concise Introduction (Smith Huston)(Paperback)

A concise and up-to-date guide to the history, teachings, and practice of Buddhism by two luminaries in the field of world

Computing: A Concise History (Ceruzzi Paul E.)(Paperback)

A compact and accessible history of computing--from punch cards and calculators to UNIVAC and ENIAC, the personal computer, Silicon Valley, and the Internet--for experts and non-experts alike In an accessible style, computer historian Paul Ceruzzi offers a broad though detailed history of

A Concise History of the Netherlands (Kennedy James C.)(Paperback)

The Netherlands is known among foreigners today for its cheese and its windmills, its Golden Age paintings and its experimentation in social policies such as cannabis and euthanasia. Yet the historical background for any of these quintessentially Dutch achievements is often unfamiliar to outsiders

Capitalism: A Short History (Kocka Jrgen)(Paperback)

A comprehensive and concise history of capitalism from its origins to todayIn this authoritative and accessible book, one of the world's most renowned historians provides a concise and comprehensive history of capitalism within a global perspective from its medieval origins to the 2008 financial

Monroe Doctrine (Sexton Jay)(Paperback)

A Concise History of the (In)Famous Doctrine that Gave Rise to the American EmpirePresident James Monroe's 1823 message to Congress declaring opposition to European colonization in the Western Hemisphere became the cornerstone of nineteenth-century American statecraft. Monroe's message proclaimed

A Concise History of Brazil (Fausto Boris)(Paperback)

A Concise American History (Brown David)(Paperback)

Expertly steering readers through the often tumultuous and exhilarating history of the United States, from its early modern Native American roots to twenty-first-century neoliberalism and the shifting political climate of the past decade, this highly readable textbook provides a compelling overview

A Concise History of Germany (Fulbrook Mary)(Paperback)

This third edition of Mary Fulbrook's much-admired and popular introduction to German history provides a clear and informative guide to the twists and turns of the story of the German lands and peoples from the early middle ages to the present day. Crisply synthesising a vast array of historical

Concise History of Ludlow (Lloyd David)(Paperback / softback)

Teddy Boys - A Concise History (Ferris Ray)(Paperback / softback)

Pakistan - A New History (Talbot Ian)(Paperback / softback)

Concise history of Pakistan by noted

A Concise History of the Middle East (Goldschmidt Arthur Jr.)(Paperback)

A Concise History of the Middle East provides a comprehensive introduction to the history of this turbulent region. Spanning from pre-Islam to the present day, it explores the evolution of Islamic institutions and culture, the influence of the West, modernization efforts in the Middle East, the

Spaceflight: A Concise History (Neufeld Michael J.)(Paperback)

A concise history of spaceflight, from military rocketry through Sputnik, Apollo, robots in space, space culture, and human spaceflight today.Spaceflight is one of the greatest human achievements of the twentieth century. The Soviets launched Sputnik, the first satellite, in 1957; less than twelve

Chinese Diasporas: A Social History of Global Migration (Miles Steven B.)(Paperback)

Chinese Diasporas provides a concise and compelling new history of internal and external Chinese migration from the sixteenth century to the present day. Steven B. Miles places Chinese migrants and their families at the center of his narrative through a series of engaging case studies taking

Scottish History: From Bannockburn to Holyrood (Abernethy John)(Paperback)

A concise and excellent guide to Scottish history and how Scotland has come to be what it is today. Key events, people, and places include The Union of Crowns, Bonnie Prince Charlie, Battle of Bannockburn, Culloden, Burns Night, Hogmanay, Alexander Graham Bell, and Referendum 2014. Beautifully

Palgrave Advances in Modern Military History (Hughes Matthew)(Paperback)

This book provides a concise and accessible introduction to modern military history. The collection is a clear and up to date survey of the significant debates, interpretations and historiographical shifts for a series of key themes in military history. Each chapter is supported by notes and a

English History (Collins Uk)(Paperback)

A concise guide to English history and how England has come to be what it is today. Key events, people and places included. Beautifully produced, Collins Little Book of English History is a treasure in itself and makes a perfect gift for any England

A Concise History of Hungary (Molnr Mikls)(Paperback)

This book offers a comprehensive thousand-year history of the land, people, society, culture and economy of Hungary, from its nebulous origins in the Ural Mountains to the 1988 elections. It tells above all the thrilling story of a people who became a great power in the region and then fought