Synopsis
The Unmentionable History of the West is a fond romp through the underwear that men and women wore in days gone by. Think of corsets, navy blue bloomers, long underwear with its trap door and brassieres that could kill. Think also of the other unmentionables that came along with being sexual beings. Women had to hide their pregnancies, talk of birth control was illegal, seduction was a crime, prostitution likewise. There were so many silences, so many secrets about the private lives of men and women.
Then along came the 1960s and the social revolution known as the women's movement. Suddenly, underwear was out, girdles were gone and women began wearing pants. What came first then . . . the women's movement or pants? The removal of restrictive underwear or the force that was Gloria Steinem? The Unmentionable History of the West tackles these questions seriously, but with a good dose of humour.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Nancy Millar was born in northern Canada. Her writing has taken her from graveyards to weddings to outhouses and now underwear, but it's all history, she says, and she loves it. When she writes about Canadian history, you forget you're reading the stuff everyone hated in school - history. Instead, she tells stories of the people and how the world changed. Visit Nancy's website at www.nancymillar.com.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for The Unmentionable History of the West
Seller Image
The Unmentionable History of the West
Published by
Fitzhenry and Whiteside, US, 2007
ISBN 10: 0889953740
ISBN 13: 9780889953741
New
Paperback
Seller: Rarewaves USA, OSWEGO, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # LU-9780889953741
Stock Image
The Unmentionable History of the West Format: Trade Paperback
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 9780889953741
Stock Image
The Unmentionable History of the West
Published by
Fitzhenry & Whiteside, Limited, 2006
ISBN 10: 0889953740
ISBN 13: 9780889953741
Used
Softcover
First Edition
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 11359633-6
Buy Used
US$ 8.10
US$ 6.65 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Unmentionable History of the West
Published by
Fitzhenry and Whiteside, 2006
ISBN 10: 0889953740
ISBN 13: 9780889953741
Used
Softcover
Seller: medimops, Berlin, Germany
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present. Seller Inventory # M00889953740-G
Buy Used
US$ 3.41
US$ 11.52 shipping
Ships from Germany to U.S.A.
Ships from Germany to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Unmentionable History of the West
Published by
Fitzhenry & Whiteside, rED dEER, ab, 2006
ISBN 10: 0889953740
ISBN 13: 9780889953741
Used
Soft cover
First Edition
Seller: Antiquarius Booksellers, Falkland, BC, Canada
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: About 'As New'. 1st Edition. A study of underwear and its place in western Canadian women's history. The book also covers other aspects of women's lives and sexuality, including menstruation, childbirth and the issue of birth control, which was illegal until 1968. 158pp, illustrated [no colour]. This copy looks 'as new' except for a gift inscription to the title page. Ships via inexpensive Canada Post Lettermail within North America, or via the USPS Media Mail, in card sleeve. From $4.00 to $6.90 depending on exact weight etc. Those requiring Tracking in Canada will find postage considerably more. Image available. Postage, at cost, determined by final weight and destination. Size: Oblong Octavo. Book. Seller Inventory # 057166
Buy Used
US$ 12.50
US$ 9.50 shipping
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Unmentionable History of the West
Published by
Fitzhenry and Whiteside, 2006
ISBN 10: 0889953740
ISBN 13: 9780889953741
Used
Paperback
Seller: Three Hills Books, Three Hills, AB, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Light scuffing on cover. Gentle wear on cover corners. Inscribed by author. Seller Inventory # 001987
Buy Used
US$ 15.13
US$ 6.99 shipping
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Unmentionable History of the West
Published by
Fitzhenry and Whiteside, 2007
ISBN 10: 0889953740
ISBN 13: 9780889953741
Used
Paperback
Seller: Three Hills Books, Three Hills, AB, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Scuffing on cover. Light soiling and age toning on page edge. Gift inscribed by author. Seller Inventory # 002958
Buy Used
US$ 15.13
US$ 6.99 shipping
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Unmentionable History of the West
Seller: Booked Experiences Bookstore, Burlington, ON, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. pp.158 b/w illustrations clean tight copy with minuscule corner wear faint scratch on front cover Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 018315
Buy Used
US$ 12.95
US$ 14.00 shipping
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Unmentionable History of the West
Published by
Fitzhenry and Whiteside, 2006
ISBN 10: 0889953740
ISBN 13: 9780889953741
Used
paperback
First Edition
Seller: Russell Books, Victoria, BC, Canada
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Seller Inventory # FORT307569
Buy Used
US$ 14.99
US$ 19.99 shipping
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Unmentionable History of the West
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:9780889953741. Seller Inventory # 9941885
Buy Used
US$ 23.42
US$ 17.83 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available