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The Golden Thread

How Fabric Changed History

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The Golden Thread

Von: Kassia St Clair
Gesprochen von: Helen Johns
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As heard on BBC Radio 4's Book of the Week

A new history of ingenuity from the author of The Secret Lives of Colour.

From the mummies of Ancient Egypt; via the silken dragon robes of Imperial China and the woollen sails of Viking longboats to the Indian calicoes and chintzes that powered the Industrial Revolution (and sparked more than one war); arriving finally at the lab-blended fibres that have allowed astronauts to moonwalk -- fabrics, manmade and natural, have changed and shaped the world we live in.

In twelve fascinating chapters, Kassia St Clair lays out an alternative history of civilisation and human creativity. Wittily written and compellingly argued, this book will change the way you see the world.

©2018 Kassia St Clair (P)2018 Hodder & Stoughton Limited Kunst Welt
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One of the few books I'm finding myself going back to whenever I need to soothe my nerves.
It's an interesting exploration of the history of fabrics, opens new view points on the subject - and everyone with a love for garments will find themselves in step with the vivid, sometimes wondrous descriptions of different fabrics and textures.
The narrator also did a great job, especially with foreign names and references.
Can absolutely recommend the book!

Well-researched, interesting and a relaxing listen

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