A Textile Traveler's Guide to Guatemala
$56.67
- Paperback
140 pages
- Release Date
26 March 2019
Summary
The vibrant character of Guatemala is most visible in its handwoven textiles, which are still in everyday use and readily available in native markets all over the country. A Textile Traveler’s Guide to Guatemala is an excellent resource for discovering artisans, markets, shops, and those storied regional textile traditions.
Geared to independent-minded travelers, this guide presents the safest and most accessible methods of travel, where and when to go, where to stay, and what to eat.…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781732352841 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1732352844 |
| Author: | Deborah Chandler |
| Publisher: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Imprint: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 140 |
| Release Date: | 26 March 2019 |
| Weight: | 404g |
| Dimensions: | 14mm x 178mm x 229mm |
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Critics Review
Chandler’s detailed guide is packed with practical advice for discovering the handwoven textiles of Guatemala, which are still in everyday use and readily available in native markets all over the country. Geared to independent travellers, this beautifully illustrated guidebook explains the safest and most accessible method of travel, where and when to go, where to stay, and even what to eat.
* The Textile Art Magazine - Embroidery *Deborah Chandler
Deborah Chandler is the author of the bestselling book Learning to Weave and co-author of Traditional Weavers of Guatemala. She has lived in Guatemala for twenty years where she leads textile-oriented tours. Nine years as Director of the fair trade organisation Mayan Hands has given her the pleasure and honour of working with many Maya weavers, learning from them at every encounter.
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