Straw Hats: Their history and manufacture by Harry Inwards
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"Straw Hats: Their History and Manufacture" by Harry Inwards is a detailed exploration of the history, production, and evolution of straw hats, likely written in the early 20th century. The book covers various aspects of the straw hat industry, including the origins of straw headgear, manufacturing techniques, and the influence of fashion on hat styles. It serves as both a historical account and a technical guide for understanding the complexities involved in
straw hat production. The opening of the work introduces the rich history behind straw hats, suggesting that the usage of plant materials for head coverings dates back to ancient times, with references to literary works and archaeological findings. Inwards notes that traditional headgear was often made by the common folk and emphasizes the various regional practices and innovations that contributed to the development of straw hats throughout history. He also touches upon notable contributions from specific regions, like Florence and Luton, establishing a foundation for discussing the meticulous processes of weaving and plaiting straws as well as the machines used in modern production. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Inwards, Harry |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 23009710 |
| Title | Straw Hats: Their history and manufacture |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Chris Jordan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TS: Technology: Manufactures |
| Subject | Hats |
| Subject | Straw industries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48719 |
| Release Date | Apr 16, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 835 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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