History of Hosiery: From the Piloi of Ancient Greece to the Nylons of Modern America

By Milton N Grass

Book Overview

""History of Hosiery"" by Milton N. Grass is a comprehensive book that traces the evolution of hosiery from ancient Greece to modern America. The book covers the various types of hosiery, including stockings, socks, tights, and pantyhose, and explores their cultural and social significance throughout history. The author delves into the manufacturing processes of hosiery, from hand-knitting to machine production, and examines the impact of technological advancements on the industry. The book also discusses the role of hosiery in fashion, from the elaborate stockings of the Renaissance to the sleek, modern styles of the 20th century.Throughout the book, the author highlights the contributions of individuals who played a significant role in the development of hosiery, including inventors, designers, and entrepreneurs. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of various hosiery styles throughout history.Overall, ""History of Hosiery"" is a fascinating exploration of the evolution of hosiery and its impact on fashion, culture, and society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of fashion and textiles.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258030861
• ISBN13: 9781258030865
• Release Date: May 2011
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 366 Pages
• Weight: 1.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.0" x 10.0"