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OverviewWith an increased emphasis on textiles as a major global industry, the tenth edition of this best-selling book continues to meet the needs of both students and professionals in the textile, fashion, and related industries. Based on their combined experience in both education and the industry, Cohen and Johnson provide readers with a comprehensive text about the design, structure, and application of textiles. The range of information is exceptionally broad, and includes basic fiber makeup, fiber innovation, the formation of fabrics, quality issues, and laws that regulate textiles; updated topics include environmental responsibility, nanotechnology and innovations in industrial textiles. The authors also provide readers with information regarding textile-related trade and professional associations and career opportunities in design, production, marketing, merchandising, apparel and home products. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Allen C. Cohen (Fashion Insititue of Technology, USA) , Ingrid Johnson (Fashion Insititue of Technology, USA) , Joseph J. Pizzuto (Fashion Insititue of Technology, USA)Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Imprint: Fairchild Books Edition: 10th edition Dimensions: Width: 21.50cm , Height: 5.10cm , Length: 28.00cm Weight: 1.878kg ISBN: 9781609013806ISBN 10: 1609013808 Pages: 400 Publication Date: 10 January 2012 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Awaiting stock ![]() Table of Contents• The Textile Industry • Fiber Characteristics • Natural and Manufactured Fibers • Yarns and Sewing Threads • Woven Fabrics • Knitted Fabrics • Other Types of Textiles • Textile Dyeing • Textile Printing • Textile Finishing • Textile and the Environment • Care and Renovation of Textiles • Unique Fabrications and Innovations • Textiles for Interiors • Determining Fabric Quality • Guide to Fabric Selection • Textile Laws, Regulations, and Trade AgreementsReviewsAuthor InformationAllen C. Cohen - Professor Emeritus, Fashion Institute of Technology Ingrid Johnson - Professor, Fashion Institute of Technology Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |