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Queen Of Fashion: What Marie Antoinette Wore To The Revolution,Used
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In This Dazzling New Vision Of The Everfascinating Queen, A Dynamic Young Historian Reveals How Marie Antoinette'S Bold Attempts To Reshape Royal Fashion Changed The Future Of Francemarie Antoinette Has Always Stood As An Icon Of Supreme Style, But Surprisingly None Of Her Biographers Have Paid Sustained Attention To Her Clothes. In Queen Of Fashion, Caroline Weber Shows How Marie Antoinette Developed Her Reputation For Fashionable Excess, And Explains Through Lively, Illuminating New Research The Political Controversies That Her Clothing Provoked. Weber Surveys Marie Antoinette'S 'Revolution In Dress,' Covering Each Phase Of The Queen'S Tumultuous Life, Beginning With The Young Girl, Struggling To Survive Versailles'S Rigid Traditions Of Royal Glamour (Twelvefootwide Hoopskirts, Whalebone Corsets That Crushed Her Organs). As Queen, Marie Antoinette Used Stunning, Often Extreme Costumes To Project An Image Of Power And Wage War Against Her Enemies. Gradually, However, She Began To Lose Her Hold On The French When She Started To Adopt 'Unqueenly' Outfits (The Provocative Chemise) That, Surprisingly, Would Be Adopted By The Revolutionaries Who Executed Her.Weber'S Queen Is Sublime, Human, And Surprising: A Sometimes Courageous Monarch Unwilling To Allow Others To Determine Her Destiny. The Paradox Of Her Tragic Story, According To Weber, Is That Fashionthe Vehicle She Used To Secure Her Triumphswas Also The Means Of Her Undoing. Weber'S Book Is Not Only A Stylish And Original Addition To Marie Antoinette Scholarship, But Also A Moving, Revelatory Reinterpretation Of One Of History'S Most Controversial Figures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Queen of Fashion'? A: 'Queen of Fashion' primarily explores how Marie Antoinette's fashion choices influenced her image and political standing during her reign in France.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Queen of Fashion' is Caroline Weber, a historian known for her insightful analysis of Marie Antoinette's life and legacy.
- Q: What type of book is 'Queen of Fashion'? A: 'Queen of Fashion' is a hardcover book that combines historical analysis with cultural commentary on fashion and its impact on society.
- Q: How many pages does 'Queen of Fashion' have? A: 'Queen of Fashion' contains 432 pages, providing an in-depth examination of fashion during Marie Antoinette's era.
- Q: When was 'Queen of Fashion' published? A: 'Queen of Fashion' was published on September 19, 2006.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Queen of Fashion' is listed as a used book in good condition, ensuring it is still a valuable read.
- Q: Does 'Queen of Fashion' provide insights on Marie Antoinette's life? A: Yes, the book offers a detailed look at Marie Antoinette's life, particularly focusing on her fashion choices and how they reflected her personal and political struggles.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Queen of Fashion'? A: The book explores themes of identity, power, and the societal implications of fashion, particularly in relation to Marie Antoinette's rule.
- Q: Is 'Queen of Fashion' suitable for readers interested in history? A: Yes, 'Queen of Fashion' is suitable for readers interested in history, fashion, and the cultural dynamics of the 18th century.
- Q: What makes 'Queen of Fashion' a unique addition to Marie Antoinette scholarship? A: 'Queen of Fashion' is unique because it combines fashion history with political analysis, offering a fresh perspective on one of history's most controversial figures.