The Dandy: A People's History of Sartorial Splendour

By Andersson, Peter K.

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9780198882435
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Oxford Univ.


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Reviewed on July 18, 2025  |  Social Sciences

Those unfamiliar with the dandy beyond the sartorial manifestation may be surprised at the rich global history of the phenomenon, dating back to the 18th century. Historian Anderson's (Fool: In Search of Henry VIII's Closest Man) deeply researched book explores three centuries of dandyism. Although initially an adaptation of upper-class British style and culture, Anderson argues that the popular dandy has a history firmly rooted in th...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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