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The Fabrics of Fairytale: Stories Spun from Far and Wide

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"The Fabrics of Fairytale" is a beautifully curated anthology that weaves together traditional folk stories from diverse cultures around the world—including Sweden, China, Ghana, and Haiti—all connected by a central theme: textile, fabric, and weaving. Retold by storyteller Tanya Robyn Batt, these enchanting tales explore how fabric can hide, reveal, transform, and define character, from a magical cloak of feathers to a simple coat of rags.

What makes this book extraordinary is its stunning visual presentation. Rachel Griffin illustrates each page using real fabric collages, intricate needlework, beads, and embroidery. Every story is paired with an educational introduction that explains the cultural significance, history, and craft behind the specific textiles featured, such as silk, linen, wool, and kente cloth, making it a feast for both the eyes and the mind.

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03997

398.2 BAT f

Elementary School Library

Available

Detail Information

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Call Number

398.2 BAT f

Publisher

Bath, United Kingdom : Barefoot Books., 2007

Collation

80 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

9781846860898

Classification

398

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Subject(s)

folklore
Fairy tales
Clothing and dress
Anthologies
Fabrics
Weaving

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