
In Search of the World's Finest Wools
$50.16
- Hardcover
176 pages
- Release Date
1 November 2016
Summary
‘In Search of the World’s Finest Wools’ is a photographic search around the world to find the finest wools available and to meet the dedicated people who care for the animals and harvest the raw wool. From this precious commodity comes the unsurpassed wools used around the world. An ethnographic marriage of stunning imagery and authoritative text, this book reveals the nature of the animals, the lives of the farmers and nomadic shepherds that care for them, and the cultures and traditions t…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781770858473 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1770858474 |
| Author: | Dominic Dormeuil |
| Publisher: | Firefly Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Firefly Books Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 176 |
| Release Date: | 1 November 2016 |
| Weight: | 783g |
| Dimensions: | 273mm x 229mm |
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Critics Review
An elegant book.–Beth Brown-Reinsel “Knitting Traditions Newsletter” (2/1/2017 12:00:00 AM)From wild to nomadic to farms to wild again, this book is a beautiful celebration of the source of the luxury fibers of the world. I enjoyed the visual tour, and learning about the people and the animals. I highly recommend it!– “PDX Knitterait Blog” (3/20/2017 12:00:00 AM)This book is a photographic journey undertaken by a textile firm boss and a photo-journalist, to witness and record the production of eight of the world’s most luxurious fibres… This book is beautiful.– “The Twisted Yarn Blog” (3/27/2017 12:00:00 AM)This is one of the most inspiring books about fiber I have ever come across… I love how the book talks not only about the fiber itself, but also about the political and geographical conditions of the region; the role of the fiber in the life of the community and, of course, people who are so passionate about their work. The photography is absolutely breathtaking!! It was a true aesthetic joy to look through every page.–Alina Schneider “Gift of Knitting Blog” (4/18/2017 12:00:00 AM)What I love about this book is the knowledge that is shared throughout its pages – it’s not only a stunning photographic encyclopedia, but also the well researched product of a passionate wool advocate… If you love the world of fiber, you will want to get yourself a copy.–Anne Hanson “Knit Spot Blog” (3/12/2017 12:00:00 AM)With intimate stories and striking pictures, Dominic Dormeull and Jean-Baptiste Rabouan introduces readers to the intriguing origins of wool. The book takes you on a trip around the world… You’ll understand how some of the world’s most beautiful fabrics begin.– “Threads Magazine” (10/1/2017 12:00:00 AM)
About The Author
Dominic Dormeuil
Dominic Dormeuil is the fifth-generation president of the Dormeuil Cloth Company, founded in 1842, which creates high-quality fabrics from natural fibres. He travels the world to select the finest wools and learn more on the farmers’ techniques and traditions. He lives in England and is based at the company’s London office. Jean-Baptiste Rabouan is a photographer and a writer specializing in ethnographic reports. His previous books include Mother India, and he is also a regular contributor to the monthly Grands Reportages, where his photographic features and articles on his travels are published.
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