The Glass of Fashion: Some Social Reflections

New York: G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1921. First American Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. 0x0x0. First American edition. No jacket. Page ridges foxed. 1921 Hard Cover. xxi, 176 pp. Photographic plates. Introduction to this edition (not present in UK original) attacks Darwinian theory in favor of theistic evolution. Also includes chapters on Margot Asquith, womanhood, British politics, etc. Begbie's book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of high fashion in London in the early 20th century. He offers witty and incisive commentary on the social dynamics of fashion, covering everything from dressmakers and designers to society ladies and gentlemen. With its keen insights and colorful prose, this book is sure to delight anyone interested in the history of fashion and social history in general.