From opera glasses to extreme

sports goggles, and from monocles

to high-fashion frames, eyewear

comes in a wide range of shapes,

colors, and designs. Since the 16th century,

eyeglasses have been functional vision aids as well

as stylish accessories, designed to be seen as well as

to assist in seeing.

Divided into thematic sections that include

antique, modern, and sports glasses, as well as a

chapter on unusual designs, this volume takes

a peek at eyewear in its many creative styles,

innovative functions, and often surprising designs.

It is full of fascinating facts and useful information

that guarantee you will

never look through a

pair of glasses in the

same way again!