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Chloe Wigston Smith

    Novels, Needleworks, and Empire
    • Novels, Needleworks, and Empire

      Material Entanglements in the Eighteenth-Century Atlantic World

      • 312 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Exploring the intricate connections between domestic craft and British colonialism, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of how these two realms influenced each other. It delves into the cultural exchanges and economic impacts of colonialism on everyday crafting practices, highlighting the role of craft in shaping identities and social dynamics during this period. The study reveals the significance of domestic crafts as both a reflection of and a response to colonial influences, providing a nuanced understanding of their historical context.

      Novels, Needleworks, and Empire