The bed

Resumen

This book explores all aspects of this sensual, yet practical subject. Beginning with the mythology and folklore of the bed, the author looks at beds and bedrooms from around the world in a text that is full of detail and historical information. It includes famous beds, lovers' beds, convalescent beds, babies' cribs and cradles and even pets' beds. This book offers information on the care, storage, purchasing and maintenance of mattresses and beds, while the variety of furnishings and interiors presented offer ideas on beds and bedroom design and decoration.