Fashion In Deformity: As Illustrated In The Customs Of Barbarous And Civilized Races

Fashion In Deformity: As Illustrated In The Customs Of Barbarous And Civilized Races is a book written by William Henry Flower and published in 1881. The book explores the concept of fashion and its relationship with deformity in various cultures around the world. It examines the practices of both civilized and barbarous societies, and how they use fashion to create a sense of identity and social status. The author also discusses the impact of fashion on the human body, particularly in the form of deformities such as foot binding, corsetry, and neck elongation. The book is a comprehensive study of the history of fashion and its impact on human society, and provides a fascinating insight into the cultural practices of different civilizations. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of fashion, anthropology, and cultural studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.