Why'd They Wear That? Fashion as the Mirror of History cover

Why'd They Wear That? Fashion as the Mirror of History

Author: Albee, Sarah

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 8.4
Points 7.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 39445
Points per Word 0.000177
Page Count 192
Points per Page 0.036458

Description

The book examines fashion throughout history, showing how clothing choices reflected the societies that created them. It covers various historical eras, from ancient times through the modern period, featuring garments like togas, hoop skirts, and hair shirts. The text explores how economic, political, and moral changes in society influenced the fashions people wore. It is written for middle grade readers.