A fascinating delve into the history of underwear. From the first medieval pants to rib-cracking corsets and petticoats so wide women had trouble fitting through doors, children can read how historical, social and industrial factors have affected what we wear under our clothes. Includes a glossary of underwear terms. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Series 2 is for readers growing in confidence. Sturdy hardback and ribbon marker make this incredible value for money.
ISBN: | 9780746069356 |
Publication date: | 28th July 2006 |
Author: | Katie Daynes, Nilesh Mistry, Cally Blackman, Alison Kelly |
Publisher: | Usborne Publishing Ltd. an imprint of Usborne Publishing |
Format: | Hardback |
Pagination: | 64 pages |
Series: | Young Reading Series 2 |
Genres: |
History Reading Scheme |