http://www.randomhouse.com/category/ www.randomhouse.com 2006-03-13T11:23:00-05:00 www.randomhouse.com <a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780747811848"><img align="right" src="http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/catalog_cover.pperl?9780747811848" border="1"/></a><h3><a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780747811848">Buckles</a> <br/><b>Written by</b> <a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/author/results.pperl?authorid=87662">Gillian Meredith</a><br> <b>Illustrated by</b> <a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/author/results.pperl?authorid=86544">Alan Meredith</a></h3><b>eBook</b>, 56 pages | Shire | Antiques & Collectibles - Textiles & Costume; Antiques & Collectibles - Buttons | <b>$9.95</b> | 978-0-7478-1184-8 (0-7478-1184-9)<p>The humble buckle is an oft-taken for granted fastening, yet its usefulness and sturdiness has ensured that it has survived from ancient times through to the present day. The author provides a comprehensive typology of buckles, from the earliest designs to the most recent uses. With detailed records of the types of buckles from different historical periods and listings of museums where they can be found, this book offers the re-enactor essential guidance for period costumes, and provides the collector or enthusiast with the information needed to continue or begin to learning about this enduring and practical object.<br><br><br><i>From the Trade Paperback edition.</i></p><br clear="all"> http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780747811848 2011-11-22T00:30:00-05:00 www.randomhouse.com <a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780747811794"><img align="right" src="http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/catalog_cover.pperl?9780747811794" border="1"/></a><h3><a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780747811794">Buttons</a> <br/><b>Written by</b> <a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/author/results.pperl?authorid=86544">Alan Meredith</a><br> <b>Illustrated by</b> <a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/author/results.pperl?authorid=87662">Gillian Meredith</a></h3><b>eBook</b>, 40 pages | Shire | Antiques & Collectibles - Buttons | <b>$9.95</b> | 978-0-7478-1179-4 (0-7478-1179-2)<p>Buttons have been made from almost every known material. Their study provides insight into fashion trends, the clothing industry and social history in general. This book introduces an array of these treasures from the past, to show the variety of materials and the intricate design and workmanship incorporated in the making of the button.</p><br clear="all"> http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780747811794 2011-10-18T00:30:00-05:00 www.randomhouse.com <a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780747806912"><img align="right" src="http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/catalog_cover.pperl?9780747806912" border="1"/></a><h3><a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780747806912">Buckles</a> <br/><b>Written by</b> <a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/author/results.pperl?authorid=87662">Gillian Meredith</a><br> <b>Illustrated by</b> <a href="http://www.randomhouse.com/author/results.pperl?authorid=86544">Alan Meredith</a></h3><b>Trade Paperback</b>, 56 pages | Shire | Antiques & Collectibles - Textiles & Costume; Antiques & Collectibles - Buttons | <b>$12.95</b> | 978-0-7478-0691-2 (0-7478-0691-8)<p>The humble buckle is an oft-taken for granted fastening, yet its usefulness and sturdiness has ensured that it has survived from ancient times through to the present day. The author provides a comprehensive typology of buckles, from the earliest designs to the most recent uses. With detailed records of the types of buckles from different historical periods and listings of museums where they can be found, this book offers the re-enactor essential guidance for period costumes, and provides the collector or enthusiast with the information needed to continue or begin to learning about this enduring and practical object.</p><br clear="all"> http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780747806912 2009-02-17T00:30:00-05:00