The Heritage of Dress: Being Notes on the History and Evolution of Clothes

"The Heritage of Dress: Being Notes on the History and Evolution of Clothes" by Wilfred Mark Webb is a journey through the ages, looking at how clothes have changed along with people. It talks about how what we wear shows who we are, and how society sees us, viewing clothing as both useful and beautiful. The book starts by talking about why we wear what we do, noting that clothes help us show off our place in the world. It considers that clothing began for useful reasons, like staying warm, but also for artistic ones, like looking good. Overall, it lays the groundwork for examining the many different types of clothing in history and how they have transformed over time, while demonstrating clothes as important pieces of culture.