The Book of the Bath

The Book of the Bath

by Francois De Bonneville (Author)

Synopsis

Revealing the secrets of bathrooms from the hedonistic world of the Roman thermae to the medieval bath-house, and from the 19th-century cabinet de toilette to the modern bathroom, this is an illustrated account of bathing through the ages. A history of bathing is provided, exploring bathrooms that are public, private, modern and luxurious. Necessity, pleasure, cleanliness and sensual satisfaction are all discussed and illustrated.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 208
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Published: 26 Oct 1998

ISBN 10: 050001874X
ISBN 13: 9780500018743
Book Overview: Author's worsd include Reves de Blanc and Jean Puiforcat