Excerpt from Straw HatsAbout the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of the straw hat, an object with roots stretching back to ancient civilizations. The author traces the evolution of straw hat making from its humble beginnings as a simple, practical head covering to its transformation into a commercial industry. The book explores the various materials used in straw hat production, including the prized straws grown in Italy and the unique qualities of the English Chiltem straw. The reader is taken on a journey through the development of techniques, from the hand plaiting of straws by skilled workers to the introduction of machinery for producing plaits and sewing hats. The author illuminates the changing landscape of the industry, including the impact of imports from China and Japan, and the rise of the bustling straw hat trade in Dunstable, England. Throughout, the book reveals the interconnectedness of history, geography, and technology in shaping the straw hat industry. By meticulously documenting the processes, techniques, and innovations, the author offers a compelling insight into the history of a timeless object that has held a place in both fashion and functionality for centuries. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332315826_0
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Broschur. Zustand: Gut. ca 150 Seiten Durch Fehllagerung etwas verzogen, aber ungelesenes Exemplar, Kanten gering bestossen /// Standort Wimregal HOM-42.156 ISBN 9781332315826 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 260. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 348982
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781332315826
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