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Identification of the Textiles from Khirbet Qumran
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Technical paper describing the process of identification of textiles discovered at the Khirbet Qumran site, using microscopy and synchrotron radiation X-ray fiber diffraction. Authors: M. Mueller and others.
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Aztec Garments: From Birth to Fulfillment
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Extensive paper about the art and applications of Aztec textiles and clothing, from the harvesting of fibers for weaving and decoration, to its fulfillment of purpose, distinguishing differences between men and women, social status and position, and the ranks of warriors. Author: Andrea Ludden.
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Cotton Town
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The story of the rapid social and economic changes that occurred as Blackburn and Darwen began to expand in line with the United Kingdom textile industry, providing collection of material, based on the influence of the cotton trade.
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History of Linen
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Full text of a lecture on the history of the flax plant, and the development of the linen industry and organization. From the Ulster Linen Co., Inc. web site. Author: W.H. Webb.
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