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The Habit

The Habit A History of the Clothing of Catholic Nuns

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Publisher's Synopsis

A contributor to Catholic publications traces the significance and evolution of nuns' iconic garb, in the context of the sometimes pioneering gender roles of these religious sisters. Photos show the diversity of habit fashion. Includes a glossary of church terms. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).

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Doubleday

Doubleday is an imprint of Transworld Publishers and publishes bestselling authors such as Bill Bryson, Joanne Harris, Terry Pratchett and Kate Atkinson in hardback.

Book information

ISBN: 9780385505888
Publisher: Doubleday
Imprint: Doubleday
Pub date:
Edition: 1st Edition
DEWEY: 271.9
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 228
Weight: 472g
Height: 267mm
Width: 165mm
Spine width: 19mm