This book offers an in-depth examination of how the pursuit of luxury and fashion influenced British society and culture from the seventeenth to the nineteenth century. The author argues that the widespread adoption of luxurious lifestyles led to an increase in conspicuous consumption, social inequality, and economic instability. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical documents, the book sheds light on the complex relationship between wealth, class, and societal values during a period of significant economic and social change. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in fashion history, economic history, and the history of British society.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers an in-depth examination of how the pursuit of luxury and fashion influenced British society and culture from the seventeenth to the nineteenth century. The author argues that the widespread adoption of luxurious lifestyles led to an increase in conspicuous consumption, social inequality, and economic instability. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical documents, the book sheds light on the complex relationship between wealth, class, and societal values during a period of significant economic and social change. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in fashion history, economic history, and the history of British society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333772161_0
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