{"product_id":"dressing-up-a-history-of-fancy-dress-in-britain-9781789145298","title":"Dressing Up: A History of Fancy Dress in Britain","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eFancy dress became a popular way to celebrate throughout the British Empire, from the accession of Queen Victoria to the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, with spectacular and witty costumes appearing at street carnivals, victory celebrations, fire festivals, and extravagant balls. This lavishly illustrated book provides a unique view into the quirky, wonderful world of fancy dress. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 320 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13 June 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reaktion Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating tale revolves around the art of dressing up, spanning a remarkable period from the accession of Queen Victoria to the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. During this time, fancy dress emerged as a cherished aspect of societal celebrations, captivating the hearts of people across Britain and the Empire. The craze for dressing up swept through every strata of society, creating a vibrant tapestry of unique and imaginative costumes. Street carnivals, victory celebrations, fire festivals, and grand balls became the stage for spectacular and witty outfits that left audiences in awe. From the Victorian middle classes showcasing their talents as 'living statues' to squads of Shetland men donning traditional fancy dress and daringly setting fire to a Viking ship during the annual Up Helly Aa celebration, this lavishly illustrated book offers a unique glimpse into the eccentric and delightful realm of fancy dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 220 x 171 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781789145298\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Verity Wilson","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44102101663994,"sku":"9781789145298","price":19.76,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1660921862669_book.jpg?v=1661252901","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/dressing-up-a-history-of-fancy-dress-in-britain-9781789145298","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}