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Leather Tanning Work

Evelyn Foster

Traductor A AI

Editorial: Publifye

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Sinopsis

Leather Tanning Work explores the historical significance of leather production within rural family economies. The book examines pre-industrial and early industrial tanning methods, highlighting how these practices were critical for family survival and regional trade networks. Readers will gain insights into the intricate techniques of converting animal hides into leather, a process that required specific skills and tools.

 
The study also elucidates the social structures and family roles involved, revealing how men, women, and children each contributed to this essential craft. The book progresses systematically, beginning with the history and science behind leather tanning and then detailing specific tanning methods, from vegetable tanning to alternative agents. A key focus involves analyzing the division of labor within families, illustrating how tanning impacted household income and trade.

 
Leather Tanning Work uniquely connects craft history with social and economic history, drawing from historical manuscripts, archaeological findings, and oral histories to provide a comprehensive view of this industry and its effects on rural communities.

Disponible desde: 27/02/2025.

Longitud de impresión: 68 páginas.

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