Silk and Empire

By Brenda M. King

Book Overview

In this book, Brenda M. King challenges the notion that Britain always exploited its empire. Creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship were all part of the Anglo-Indian silk trade and were nurtured in the era of empire through mutually beneficial collaboration. King presents a new picture of the trade, where the strong links between Indian designs, the English silk industry and prominent members of the English Arts and Crafts Movement led to the production of beautiful and luxurious textiles.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B01A96VSWI
• ISBN13: 9780719067006
• Release Date: September 2005
• Publisher: Manchester University Press
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.4"