With her own hands: women weaving their stories

Uittreksel

"A rich and intimate exploration of how women have used textile work to create meaningful lives, from ancient mythology to our current moment." -- Provided by publisher.

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Introduction -- Chapter 1. To live and dye -- Chapter 2. Webs of knowledge -- Chapter 3. Stitching a self -- Chapter 4. Unraveling emotions -- Chapter 5. The social fabric -- Chapter 6. Homespun opportunities -- Chapter 7. Hands to power. -- Epilogue. Crafting a purpose -- Acknowledgments -- Notes (pages 239-258) -- Image credits -- Index.