Books matching: cultural impact of textiles
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An entertaining, insightful look at how fabric has shaped our world - perfect for curious readers who love history seen through a fresh and tactile lens.
'The Golden Thread: How Fabric Changed History' by Kassia St. Clair is a fascinating exploration of the impact of various fabrics on society throughout history. The book weaves together stories of the discovery and invention of different textiles, from ancient silk in China to modern synthetic fabrics. Readers are taken on a journey through time, uncovering the role of fabrics in shaping human culture and civilizations. St. Clair's writing style is described as accessible and engaging, drawing readers into the rich tapestry of textile history with vivid descriptions and insightful perspectives.
The threads that Kvavadze found are invisible to the naked eye, and the objects they were part of disintegrated long ago. Nevertheless, these fibres do allow the curious to get some intriguing glimpse...2014•351 pages
