The Button Book

by Diana Epstein

Each one is like a tiny evocative event. --Millicent Safro Buttons have captured the hearts of kings, craftsmen, and kids. They've been used to flaunt wealth, mourn loved ones, smuggle secrets, and stop bullets. In their multitude of designs, shapes, and sizes, they've held together centuries of garments. Where would we be without them? To celebrate these miniature marvels, here's a collection of quotes, trivia, and photographs to take you on an expert tour through a world of art, craft, fashion, and social history.

Genres: Nonfiction, Crafts

128 pages, Hardcover

First published August 12, 1996

Reviews

[Dark-Draco]

I never knew there was so much to learn about buttons. I quite enjoyed dipping in and out of this when I only had a couple of minuted to spare. The pictures of the buttons are amazing, considering that the subject matter is so small. A strangely enjoyable read.