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Indigo: In Search Of The Color That Seduced The World
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For Almost Five Millennia, In Every Culture And In Every Major Religion, Indigoa Blue Pigment Obtained From The Small Green Leaf Of A Parasitic Shrub Through A Complex Process That Even Scientists Still Regard As Mysterioushas Been At The Center Of Turbulent Human Encounters.Indigo Is The Story Of This Precious Dye And Its Ancient Heritage: Its Relationship To Slavery As The Hidden Half Of The Transatlantic Slave Trade, Its Profound Influence On Fashion, And Its Spiritual Significance, Which Is Little Recognized But No Less Alive Today. It Is An Untold Story, Brimming With Rich, Electrifying Tales Of Those Who Shaped The Course Of Colonial History And A World Economy.But Indigo Is Also The Story Of A Personal Quest: Catherine Mckinley Is The Descendant Of A Clan Of Scots Who Wore Indigo Tartan As Their Virile Armor; The Kin Of Several Generations Of Jewish Rag Traders; The Maternal Granddaughter Of A Massachusetts Textile Factory Owner; And The Paternal Granddaughter Of African Slavesher Ancestors Were Traded Along The Same Saharan Routes As Indigo, Where A Length Of Blue Cotton Could Purchase Human Life. Mckinley'S Journey In Search Of Beauty And Her Own History Ultimately Leads Her To A New And Satisfying Path, To Finally Taste Life. With Its Fourcolor Photo Insert And Sumptuous Design, Indigo Will Be As Irresistible To Look At As It Is To Read.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Indigo: In Search of the Color That Seduced the World'? A: 'Indigo' explores the historical and cultural significance of the indigo dye, including its connections to slavery, fashion, and spiritual practices.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Catherine E. McKinley.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Indigo' is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: When was 'Indigo' published? A: 'Indigo' was published on June 1, 2011.
- Q: What are the notable features of the book's design? A: The book features a blue cover with silver lettering and an indigo blue jacket, along with a four-color photo insert.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: 'Indigo' is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Textile & Costume.
- Q: Does the book contain personal stories or anecdotes? A: Yes, the book includes personal anecdotes from the author about her ancestry and quest for beauty and history.
- Q: What is the significance of indigo as discussed in the book? A: Indigo is discussed as a precious dye with a complex history, influencing trade, culture, and personal identity.