Textile Traveler's Guide to Peru & Bolivia

Textile Traveler's Guide to Peru & Bolivia by CYNTHIA LECOUNT SAMAKE


Authors
CYNTHIA LECOUNT SAMAKE
ISBN
9781732352858
Published
Binding
Paperback
Dimensions
178 x 229mm

From the marketplace of famed Machu Picchu to the outrageous costumes of Bolivia's Carnival, travel along and discover some of the finest indigenous textiles in South America. A Textile Traveler's Guide to Peru and Bolivia is an excellent resource for markets, festivals, museums, and shops. Geared to independent-minded travellers, this guide presents the safest and most accessible methods of travel, where and when to go, where to stay, and what to eat. Expert advice on what treasures you'll find at each location, how to judge quality textiles, and suggestions for ethical shopping are included. With abundant photographs, this guide celebrates the colour, joy, and energy of folklife in Peru and Bolivia. AUTHOR: Cynthia LeCount Samake is the founder of Behind the Scenes Adventures, a travel company specialising in art and culture tours. Leading several trips each year, she shares her expertise in festival costume and traditional textiles. She has curated multiple exhibitions of traditional textiles and festival dress for museums and galleries. More than a decade of research in Peru and Bolivia resulted in her highly acclaimed book Andean Folk Knitting: Traditions and Techniques from Peru and Bolivia. In between textile adventures, she makes her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. 180 colour illustrations, 2 maps
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