Costume: Fanciful, Historical and Theatrical

The work offers a richly illustrated chronological survey of dress from classical antiquity through the nineteenth century, examining head-dress, sleeve shapes, fabrics, and garment construction alongside regional peasant and Oriental costumes. Separate chapters treat fancy dress, masks, underpinnings such as corsets and crinolines, ceremonial and bridal attire, dancing costume, and stage costume, with practical suggestions for actors and participants in fancy-dress events. The text blends historical description, design detail, and a few personal theatrical reminiscences to guide visual understanding and practical recreation of period styles.