The Costumes of the Sorbs in Cottbus | 1991

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Book Title: Serbske Narodne Drasty / Sorbische Volkstrachten – Die Tracht der Sorben um Cottbus
Translation: Sorbian Folk Costumes – The Costumes of the Sorbs in Cottbus
Author: Martin Nowak-Neumann, Lotar Balke
Language(s): Sorbian & German
Published: Budysin/Bautzen, Germany – 1964/1991
Format & Size: Hardcover w/ Dust Jacket – 7.75″ x 8.75″
Pages: 320
Book Condition: very good
Dust Jacket Condition: light wear
Description: Very nice book about the traditional folk costume of the Sorbs in Cottbus in Brandenburg. This minority ethnic group has maintained its traditional Slavic culture and costumes while living in Germany. The book looks specifically at the costumes from the Cottbus area, one of the most well-known Sorbian enclaves. Includes 299 black/white and color photos of the regional costumes, both complete outfits being worn and individual elements. Part of a larger series about Sorbian folk costumes throughout Germany.

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Weight 3 lbs