In this first volume entitled An Anthology of American Workwear , we delve into work clothes during the California Gold Rush.

We talk with Brit Eaton, denim archaeologist, and Rin Tanaka, founder of the Inspiration Show; we discuss denim hunting with Bryan and Melody Kahtava, and profile Jacob Davis, the inventor of the rivet.

We explore United Costume, one of Hollywood's most renowned costume houses, and investigate Japan's love of American workwear.

We also teach you how to recognize the era of a garment based on its label and take you to the heart of the true story of the California Gold Rush.

And many other surprises to discover...