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Emily Freidenrich

    This author delves into the realms of art, history, and design. Her writing explores elusive crafts and hidden treasures, often with a keen eye for aesthetics and detail. Her narrative style is fluid and captivating, inviting readers into meticulously crafted worlds. Her passion for these subjects imbues her literary works with depth and authenticity.

    Almost Lost Arts
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    • Almost Lost Arts

      Traditional Crafts and the Artisans Keeping Them Alive

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      This book is a celebration of tactile beauty and a tribute to human ingenuity. In-depth profiles tell the stories of 20 artisans who have devoted their lives to preserving traditional techniques. Gorgeous photographs reveal these craftspeople's studios, from Oaxaca to Kyoto and from Milan to Tennessee. Two essays explore the challenges and rewards of engaging deeply with the past. With an elegant three-piece case and foil stamping, this rich volume will be an inspiration to makers, collectors, and history lovers.

      Almost Lost Arts