Excerpt from Beau Brummell and His Times
To trace the progress of Dandyism in Europe would be an interesting task, but it would make too long a curtain raiser for the accompanying study of George Brummell.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the extravagant world of fashion and the rise of celebrity culture in 18th century England, chronicling the life and influence of one of its most iconic figures: Beau Brummell. As a pioneer of dandyism, Brummell used his status as a favorite of the Prince Regent to reshape society's standards of dress and behavior. The author explores the social and cultural context of Brummell's time, highlighting the political and economic factors that contributed to the cult of celebrity and the obsession with personal style. Through Brummell's story, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the excesses and contradictions of the Georgian era, examining the enduring legacy of a man who epitomized both the glamour and the folly of his age. 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 # 9781331593942_0
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