The History of Underclothes, by C. Willett and Phillis Cunnington. 266 Pages. Softbound. Written by two historians, The History of Underclothes considers undergarments worn by the English over the past six hundred years. The authors cover centuries of clothing history, beginning with the Middle Ages up to the eve of World War II. The History of Underclothes is well researched and illuminates the role and function of underwear. Along with the text are over one hundred period illustrations and photographs depicting many styles of undergarments. A bibliography, appendix, and index complete a valuable reference work that will appeal to costume historians, sociologists, and general readers. $16.95 (BK-1089)