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World Textiles: A Visual Guide to Traditional Techniques,Used
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World Textiles is a complete guide to the whole range of traditional handmade textiles from all corners of the globe. The history of the world can be read in textiles: the rise of civilizations and the fall of empires are woven into their warp and weft along with the great stories of conquest, religion, and trade.Eight sections cover every aspect of materials and techniques, each giving a succinct summary of characteristics, making, and geographical distribution, accompanied by hundreds of color illustrations and drawings. Nonloom and loomwoven textiles, painted and printed, dyed, sewn, embroidered, and embellished techniques are all covered, as well as the materials themselves.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'World Textiles: A Visual Guide to Traditional Techniques'? A: The book provides a comprehensive guide to traditional handmade textiles from around the world, covering the history, materials, and techniques used in textile production.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'World Textiles' is John Gillow.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various aspects of textiles, including non-loom and loom-woven textiles, painted and printed techniques, dyeing, sewing, embroidery, and the materials used in these processes.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed in 'Very Good' condition, indicating minimal wear and tear.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'World Textiles' published? A: The book was published on November 1, 1999.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in textile arts? A: Yes, the book provides succinct summaries and illustrations, making it accessible for beginners and informative for more experienced individuals.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, it includes hundreds of color illustrations and drawings to support the text.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of 'Weaving'.