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By the editors of Time-Life Books
Contents: The body beautiful -- The glass of fashion -- Improving on nature -- Trendsetters
Summary: The pace of fashion in every age has been set by the deft, often powerful touch of men and women who, by virtue of place, personality or some special resonance with the spirit of the time, are widely emulated. Monarchs have always driven fashion in the past, but today any high-profile figure may be in the spotlight - trendsetters clamouring for attention