Jocks and Nerds: MenÕs Style in the Twentieth Century

Jocks and Nerds: MenÕs Style in the Twentieth Century

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Author: Richard Martin and Harold Koda

Format: Hardback

Remarks on Condition:: Softback and the spine remains undamage


Jocks and Nerds: MenÕs Style in the Twentieth Century is a 1989 book by Richard Martin and Harold Koda, both art historians and curators. It is a comprehensive and illustrated guide to the evolution and diversity of menÕs fashion in the 20th century, covering various social roles and influences that shaped menÕs style and identity. The book examines 12 archetypes of menÕs style, such as the Worker, the Rebel, the Cowboy, the Businessman, the Sportsman, the Dandy, the Jock, and the Nerd. The book features over 200 photographs, paintings, and drawings that showcase the works and lives of some of the most iconic and influential figures in menÕs fashion, such as Clark Gable, George Hoyningen-Huene, Francis Chichester, Sidney Nolan, and Wally Herbert. The book also includes essays by experts on the trends and developments in the art and culture of menÕs fashion The book was published by Rizzoli in 1989. It has 223 pages.
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.

Author: Richard Martin and Harold Koda

Format: Hardback

Remarks on Condition:: Softback and the spine remains undamage


Jocks and Nerds: MenÕs Style in the Twentieth Century is a 1989 book by Richard Martin and Harold Koda, both art historians and curators. It is a comprehensive and illustrated guide to the evolution and diversity of menÕs fashion in the 20th century, covering various social roles and influences that shaped menÕs style and identity. The book examines 12 archetypes of menÕs style, such as the Worker, the Rebel, the Cowboy, the Businessman, the Sportsman, the Dandy, the Jock, and the Nerd. The book features over 200 photographs, paintings, and drawings that showcase the works and lives of some of the most iconic and influential figures in menÕs fashion, such as Clark Gable, George Hoyningen-Huene, Francis Chichester, Sidney Nolan, and Wally Herbert. The book also includes essays by experts on the trends and developments in the art and culture of menÕs fashion The book was published by Rizzoli in 1989. It has 223 pages.