The Story Of Silk (1918)

The Story Of Silk (1918)

Sara Ware Bassett

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Historia de Asia
ISBN:
9781104667399
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''The Story of Silk'' is a historical non-fiction book written by Sara Ware Bassett and originally published in 1918. The book explores the history of silk, from its origins in ancient China to its spread throughout the world. It covers the various stages of silk production, including the breeding and care of silkworms, the harvesting of silk threads, and the weaving of silk fabric. The book also delves into the cultural significance of silk, including its use in fashion, trade, and religious ceremonies. Throughout the book, Bassett provides fascinating details about the silk industry, including the challenges faced by early silk traders, the role of silk in the development of international trade, and the impact of silk on the economies of various countries. With its engaging writing style and detailed historical information, ''The Story of Silk'' is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of textiles and trade.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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