""Umbrellas And Their History"" by William Sangster is a comprehensive book that explores the origins and evolution of the umbrella. The author delves into the history of the umbrella, tracing its roots back to ancient civilizations and discussing how it has been used throughout the ages. The book covers the different types of umbrellas, including parasols, rain umbrellas, and sun umbrellas, and how they have been used for protection from the elements, as fashion accessories, and even as weapons. Sangster also examines the ...
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""Umbrellas And Their History"" by William Sangster is a comprehensive book that explores the origins and evolution of the umbrella. The author delves into the history of the umbrella, tracing its roots back to ancient civilizations and discussing how it has been used throughout the ages. The book covers the different types of umbrellas, including parasols, rain umbrellas, and sun umbrellas, and how they have been used for protection from the elements, as fashion accessories, and even as weapons. Sangster also examines the cultural significance of umbrellas in different parts of the world, including their role in literature, art, and religion. The book is filled with fascinating anecdotes and historical details, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in the history of this ubiquitous and often overlooked object.In Persia the Parasol is repeatedly found in the carved work of Persepolis, and Sir John Malcolm has an article on the subject in his ""History of Persia."" In some sculptures--of a very Egyptian character, by the way--the figure of a king appears attended by a slave, who carries over his head an Umbrella, with stretchers and runner complete. In other sculptures on the rock at Takht-i-Bostan, supposed to be not less than twelve centuries old, a deer-hunt is represented, at which a king looks on, seated on a horse, and having an Umbrella borne over his head by an attendant.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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