A Coat of Many Colors Dress Culture in the Young State of Israel |
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| Author:
| Helman, Anat |
| ISBN: | 978-1-934843-88-8 |
| Publication Date: | May 2011 |
| Publisher: | Academic Studies Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $50.60 |
Book Description:
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Investigates Israel's first seven years as a sovereign state through the unusual prism of dress. Based on a wide range of textual and visual historical documents, this covers both what Israelis wore in various circumstances and what they said and wrote about clothing and fashion. Written in a clear and accessible style this introduces the reader both to Israel's history during its formative years and to the rich field of dress culture.
Investigates Israel's first seven years as a sovereign state through the unusual prism of dress. Based on a wide range of textual and visual historical documents, this covers both what Israelis wore in various circumstances and what they said and wrote about clothing and fashion. Written in a clear and accessible style this introduces the reader both to Israel's history during its formative years and to the rich field of dress culture.