(by Iris Brooke) Republication of "Western European Costume and its Relation to the Theatre" published in 2 volumes in 1939 and 1940. The author uses theatrical costumes as contemporary clues to the wearing apparel that was in vogue in Europe. Until the mid 19th century, plays were costumed in the clothing of the day no matter what the time period of the story line. 176 line drawings, 32 page color insert. Paper, 6 1/8 x 9 1/4, 304 pp ISBN 0486427471

BKCT5052