The Thread-Spirit (Paperback)
Mark Siegeltuch
ISBN 10: 1891785451 ISBN 13: 9781891785450
Published by Fons Vitae,US, Kentucky, 2010
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Paperback. Based on comprehensive research of textile arts and traditional symbolism, this compendium explores how societies, in the absence of writing, imparted wisdom to the next generation through the use of objects and practices of daily life, namely fiber artsknotting, weaving, spinning, basketry, among others. Arguing that symbolism has been overshadowed by rationalism despite its continued existence in remote parts of the world, this unique record strives to examine these traditions and reunite them with their ancient meanings. This invaluable account will appeal to academics in the fields of anthropology, art history, and religion. Based on comprehensive research of textile arts and traditional symbolism, this compendium explores how societies, in the absence of writing, imparted wisdom to the next generation through the use of objects and practices of daily life, namely fibre arts - knotting, weaving, spinning, basketry, among others. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781891785450
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Based on comprehensive research of textile arts and traditional symbolism, this compendium explores how societies, in the absence of writing, imparted wisdom to the next generation through the use of objects and practices of daily life, namely fiber arts--knotting, weaving, spinning, basketry, among others. Arguing that symbolism has been overshadowed by rationalism despite its continued existence in remote parts of the world, this unique record strives to examine these traditions and reunite them with their ancient meanings. This invaluable account will appeal to academics in the fields of anthropology, art history, and religion.
About the Author: Mark Siegeltuch is an adjunct advisor at the Gallatin Division of New York University. He is the author of Text on Screen and Print: A Comparison of Forms, the coauthor of Teletext Usage in Public Places, and the editor of Two Essay: Chief and Greed Persimmon Press. He lives in New York City.
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Title: The Thread-Spirit (Paperback)
Publisher: Fons Vitae,US, Kentucky
Publication Date: 2010
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new