The Sari: Styles, Patterns, History, Technique [Hardcover]

Linda Lynton (Author), Sanjay K. Singh (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1995

The dazzling variety of fabrics, colors, patterns, and draping styles of the sari have long been a source of fascination. This superb volume, comprising a comprehensive text and an array of sumptuous photos taken throughout the Indian subcontinent, reveals the richness and diversity of saris worn by women at all levels of society. 350 illustrations, 150 in color. 75 maps.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Harry N Abrams; First Am edition edition (October 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0810944618
• ISBN-13: 978-0810944619
• Product Dimensions: 12.1 x 9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,422,016 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Draped in Colour And Beauty!, September 15, 2000

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"dhanishtha" (Nashville, TN United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Sari: Styles, Patterns, History, Technique (Hardcover)

I had been looking for a book about sarees for a long time-and I really lucked out when I found this. The colour photos are magnificent-you can see the detailing and the richness of the fabrics very well, and the quality is excellent. Not to mention, the text is fabulous-the history of the saree is very interesting, and I especially like the way the book is broken down into regions, with each region detailing its saree style. The hand-drawn illustrations showing the many different ways to drape a saree were easy to follow and informative. The only gripe I had with this book-which I feel was very important-was the relatively small number of photos of women actually dressed in the sarees. A beautiful saree just hanging there is nothing more than a pretty piece of fabric-when it's draped around a lady's body it takes on a whole new dimension! However, this is the only and best book I've found on this subject....and if you're a saree lover or a fashion historian, this book is for you!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fabric Lover's Dream, September 29, 2000

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Lin Wood "LW" (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Sari: Styles, Patterns, History, Technique (Hardcover)

This book is a must have for anyone interested in fabrics and fabric design. Opening it is like entering a new and beautiful world. With page after page packed full of information, the reader is led on a unique tour of India, its past and present as seen through the sari and the countless styles of the weaves, prints, wraps and history. With many diagrams, definitions and examples along with the beautiful photos of the fabrics this book goes a long way in education and is a delight to own.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous !!!, August 14, 2000

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"deean" (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Sari: Styles, Patterns, History, Technique (Hardcover)

This book contains EVERYTHING you want to know about this wonderful fabric. From its amazing history to how to wear it. Lots of colorful pictures and illustrations in black and white. Love it !!!