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In Her Hands: Craftswomen Changing the World,New
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All over the world, women in developing economies improve the lives of their families by creating and selling exquisite, indigenous crafts. The Ndebele beaders of South Africa, the weavers of Guatemala, the flower painters of Poland, the doll makers of Turkey, the mirror embroiderers of India, the batik artists of Indonesiaall these women draw from past traditions and contribute to the future of their cultures. In Her Hands: Craftswomen Changing the World is a beautifully photographed documentary of ninety women in twelve countries on four continents, revealing their diverse lives and surprisingly universal aspirations.Often driven by the harsh realities of poverty, little education, and even a lack of basic health care, female artisans are motivated by the desire to provide for their children: to dress them properly, to feed them well, and, most of all, to educate them. The need for social contact and a sense of community brings craftswomen together into small groups, which in turn gives rise to new microenterprises in developing countries. Many political and social organizations, including the United Nations, provide guidance and economic support, most often in the form of very small, shortterm loans; thus cooperatives are created that strengthen and enrich their cultural heritage as well as individual lives and fortunes.
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- Q: What is 'In Her Hands: Craftswomen Changing the World' about? A: This book showcases the lives of ninety women artisans from twelve countries, highlighting how they use indigenous crafts to improve their families' lives and contribute to their cultures.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'In Her Hands: Craftswomen Changing the World' is Paola Gianturco.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: When was 'In Her Hands: Craftswomen Changing the World' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2004.
- Q: What is the category of this book? A: The book falls under the category of 'Photo Essays'.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The key feature is that it is a used book in good condition.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would benefit from this book? A: Yes, anyone interested in women's empowerment, crafts, and cultural heritage would find this book valuable.
- Q: Does the book provide insights into the challenges faced by the artisans? A: Yes, it addresses the challenges such as poverty and lack of education faced by female artisans and how they overcome them through craftsmanship.