"There are some really great readings that supplement the theoretical underpinnings of each chapter." Angie G. Liljequist, Fontbonne University, USA"A comprehensive compilation of readings for students studying the social and psychological aspects of appearance and dress." Jessica Strubel, University of North Texas, USALearn how-and why-consumers buy clothing and accessories, and increase your global awareness as you study dress and appearance.Contributions are from writers on four continents and examples are from ten countries, including Ghana, Vietnam, Norway, and Jamaica, among others. The book includes more than 50 articles on topics such as wearable technology, cosplay, lesbian dress, and genderqueer fashion. - Contributors are experts in fashion theory, cultural studies, psychology, sociology, gender studies, religion, material culture, consumer behavior, and popular culture- Two separate chapters on gender and sexuality - International examples are included from Afghanistan, China, Ghana, India, Jamaica, Japan, Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Vietnam- 100 black and white imagesThe Meanings of Dress STUDIO- Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored r... [Read More]

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The Mummy (1932): Horror icon Boris Karloff stars in a legendary performance as the Egyptian mummy, Im-Ho-Tep, who is accidentally revived after 3,700 years. The Wolf Man (1941): Featuring a heartbreaking performance by Lon Chaney Jr., this story of a cursed man who transforms into a deadly werewolf has not only become a masterpiece of the horror genre, but of all-time. The Invisible Man: Claude Rains stars in the signature adaptation of H.G. Wells’ story about a doctor who discovers a serum that makes him invisible and is also slowly driving him insane. Phantom of the Opera: This spectacular horror tale stars Claude Rains as the masked phantom of the Paris opera house in a lavish production that remains a masterpiece of the genre.

"There are some really great readings that supplement the theoretical underpinnings of each chapter." Angie G. Liljequist, Fontbonne University, USA"A comprehensive compilation of readings for students studying the social and psychological aspects of appearance and dress." Jessica Strubel, University of North Texas, USALearn how-and why-consumers buy clothing and accessories, and increase your global awareness as you study dress and appearance.Contributions are from writers on four continents and examples are from ten countries, including Ghana, Vietnam, Norway, and Jamaica, among others. The book includes more than 40 articles on topics such as wearable technology, cosplay, lesbian dress, and genderqueer fashion. - Contributors are experts in fashion theory, cultural studies, psychology, sociology, gender studies, religion, material culture, consumer behavior, and popular culture- Two separate chapters on gender and sexuality - International examples are included from Afghanistan, China, Ghana, India, Jamaica, Japan, Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Vietnam- More than 100 black and white imagesPLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access t... [Read More]

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Choreographed by an artistic genius, George Balanchine, Shakespeare's comedy of magic and love's delusions set to the music of Felix Mendelssohn is a guaranteed audience pleaser. The Pacific Northwest Ballet displays all the vitality, brilliance and versatility of its wonderful dancers in this award–winning production of Balanchine's first original full-length ballet. Filmed in High Definition. Press Reviews"It is a fine company with an enviable reputation and some altogether excellent principal dancers: Lisa Apple's Helena and Julie Tobiason's Hermia are particularly fine, and the scene between Titania and Bottom is most affecting. The fairy scenes are imaginatively handled and staged." (The Penguin Guide) "...lavish...full of colour and brilliant images...Such productions surely guarantee the survival of classical ballet well into the next millennium." (Morning Star (USA)) "Skirting the stage with razor sharp jetés, Seth Belliston (as Puck) made a terrific impact." (The Stage) BBC Concert Orchestra; Stewart Kershaw ProductionCompany: Pacific Northwest BalletStage Director: Kent Stowell; Francia RussellChoreographer: Georges Balanchine Disc InformationCatalogue Number: OABD70... [Read More]

An innovative study of the Hindi film industry, this account explores the making and meaning of popular Hindi films, through the lens of their most compelling - and often overlooked -- visual component: costume. The first in-depth exploration of Hindi film costume analyses how costume reflects and shapes dress in Indian

Inside Subculture: The Postmodern Meaning of Style

An innovative study of the Hindi film industry, this account explores the making and meaning of popular Hindi films, through the lens of their most compelling - and often overlooked -- visual component: costume. The first in-depth exploration of Hindi film costume analyses how costume reflects and shapes dress in Indian