The Golden Thread The Golden Thread How Fabric Changed History Kassia St Clair John Murray2019Paperback368pp Illustrated196x126mm 9781473659056 Product Code: 511182 Details From the fibres our ancient ancestors wove from plants to the invention of the synthetic material that enabled humans to venture into space, fabric ha... DetailsBackDetailsFrom the fibres our ancient ancestors wove from plants to the invention of the synthetic material that enabled humans to venture into space, fabric has played many roles throughout history, far beyond offering warmth and protection, demarcating status and providing an outlet for self-expression. This collection of essays considers topics such as the linen used by the ancient Egyptians to wrap their dead, the craft that inspired Vermeer to paint The Lacemaker and recent innovations in sports textiles.See MoreSee Less publ £10.99now £4.99 Qty Qty123 Add to Basket CategoriesGeneral HistoryTagsHistory: earliest to present dayIndustrialisation & industrial historyManufacturing industriesSocial & cultural history