BOOKS FROM PERUWeaving in the Peruvian Highlands : Dreaming Patterns, Weaving Memories
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Set in Peru
Female author
Description:
A richly illustrated, bilingual book, this guide visits 20 villages in the Chiapas Highlands to showcase their stunning handwoven cloth while also providing an insider's look into their history, folklore, festivals, traditions, and daily lives. Ritual transvestites, Virgin statues draped with native blouses, tunics designed to look like howler monkey fur, and elaborately floral shawls and ponchos--these are just a few of the unforgettable images captured in the book. Also included are a pull-out map of the Chiapas Highlands and dates of special festivals and local markets.
Reviews:
(4 months ago) |
28 May, 2025
I loved this book. Even if you aren't sure weaving is your thing give it a try. It has beautiful photos, stories, folklore, magic, songs and just all kinds of cultural odds and ends while still being approachable.
I found my copy on Hoopla in the U.S
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