THE BOOK OF THE BATH

"THE BOOK OF THE BATH" is a book that introduces bathing culture and bathhouse spaces from ancient times to the present day, with abundant illustrations. It comprehensively covers "bathing cultures" from around the world, such as hot springs, bathhouses, spas, and hammams, tracing their history and aesthetics.

From Roman baths and Turkish hammams to Japanese hot spring culture and modern architectural spa facilities, diverse bathing spaces are introduced through photographs and illustrations. The book reveals the breadth of culture that people have built alongside water, encompassing hygiene, therapy, social interaction, and religious rituals.

Steamy bathhouses, stone-built bathrooms, tranquil hot spring inns. This book allows readers to consider the relationship between humans and the body, architecture, and culture through the act of bathing. It is also a recommended resource for those interested in hot springs and public bathhouses.

[Title] THE BOOK OF THE BATH
[Publisher] Rizzoli
[Publication Date] 1997
[Number of Pages] 208 pages
[Size] Approx. 24731724mm / 1,565g
[Format] Hardcover
[Language] English
[Title Reading] THE BOOK OF THE BATH
[Author/Editor, etc.] Francoise de Bonneville/Author
[Printing] -
[ISBN] 084782134X
[Condition] Used [5] Good (Cover: minor edge damage, slight dent on top, Main Body: minor scratch on back endpaper)
[Accessories] None
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Françoise de Bonneville

Born in France. Writer, cultural historian.

She writes on bathing culture and the history of daily life, and is known for her research on bathhouse culture and body culture, primarily in Europe.

In her book "THE BOOK OF THE BATH," she introduces the history of bathing culture from ancient times to the present day with abundant illustrations, and examines bathhouse architecture and bathing customs around the world.

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