The Fashion System

Roland BarthesJonathan Cape • ISBN-13 978‑0224029841

The Fashion System coverThe Fashion System cover

The Fashion System

Roland BarthesJonathan Cape

This edition of The Fashion System

ISBN-10: 0224029843 · ISBN-13: 978‑0224029841 · 1985 · First Edition

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The product is a first edition hardcover book titled "The Fashion System" by Roland Barthes, originally published in French. This book delves into the topics of fashion, linguistics, sociology, semiotics, and psychology, offering insights into the intricate relationships between language, culture, and clothing. It also features a dust jacket and is an ex-library item, making it a valuable addition to any collection interested in design, literary criticism, and language arts.

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Publisher: Jonathan Cape
First Edition1985
Pages: 303Language: English

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8 live copies of this book from $24 (as of 2026-09-05).

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Author: Roland BarthesTranslator: Matthew WardTranslator: Richard HowardContributor: Roland Barthes

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Inferred: Fashion & Apparel GuidesInferred: Fashion, HistoryInferred: Psychological AspectsInferred: Criticism

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