Part of McGraw-Hill's Explorations in World History series, this brief and accessible volume presents a comparative survey of the early history of women from a global perspective. Each chapter, which can be read independently of the others, examines the experiences of women in one of seven civilizations typically covered in an introductory world history text: pre-agricultural societies, the Ancient Mediterranean, Gupta India/Southeast Asia, Tang/Song China, Maya and Aztec cultures, early Islam through the Abbasid caliphate, and Europe in the Late Middle Ages

Advances in apparel design: Measuring and predicting fabric and garment drape; computer-aided colour matching of apparel fabric; design for yarn; improving apparel sizing and fit; three dimensional body scanning to improve fit; computerized pattern making in garment production. Advance in apparel production: Advances in apparel product development; development in apparel knitting technology; technological advances in sewing garments; digital printing of textiles for improved apparel production…

Apparel production is a complex process often involving an international supply chain which must respond rapidly to the changing needs and tastes of consumers. This important book discusses the technological improvements which are transforming the speed, flexibility and productivity of the industry.