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100 1 _aWebster, Marie D.
_q(Marie Daugherty),
_d1859-1956
245 1 0 _aQuilts: Their Story and How to Make Them
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-02-24
508 _aE-text prepared by Audrey Longhurst, Sam W., and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Quilts: Their Story and How to Make Them" by Marie D. Webster is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the rich history and cultural significance of quilts, detailing their evolution from ancient times to the present day. It likely appeals to those interested in textile arts, quilting techniques, and the intricate connections between home crafting and societal traditions. The opening of the book introduces the quilt as a familiar yet underappreciated artifact in our homes. Webster sets the stage by highlighting the quilt's long-standing tradition, filled with stories of creativity, love, and social connection across different strata of society. She discusses the origins of patchwork and quilting, referencing their ancient uses and the skills involved in their creation, while foreshadowing a comprehensive exploration of quilting throughout various cultures and historical periods, beginning with antiquity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aQuilts
653 _aQuilting
653 _aCoverlets
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24682
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