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Silk From the Myths and Legends to the Middle Ages
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Silk: From the Myths & Legends to the Middle Ages written by medieval historian and textile specialist Priscilla Lowry. [ Book Overview • Series: This is the first of a three-volume series exploring the historical, social, and practical world of silk. The subsequent volumes are The Secrets of Silk: From Textiles to Fashion and The...
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- Published 2008
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Silk: From the Myths & Legends to the Middle Ages written by medieval historian and textile specialist Priscilla Lowry. [
Book Overview
• Series: This is the first of a three-volume series exploring the historical, social, and practical world of silk. The subsequent volumes are The Secrets of Silk: From Textiles to Fashion and The World Silk.
• Content: It charts the journey of silk from its prehistoric and legendary origins in China, through the trade routes of the Silk Road, up to its arrival and high status in medieval Europe. It covers historical espionage, the travels of Marco Polo, and the use of silk in fine English embroidery known as Opus Anglicanum.
Format: Lavishly illustrated softcover.
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