Handbook Of The Collection Illustrative Of The Wild Silks Of India (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548204115)

The ""Handbook Of The Collection Illustrative Of The Wild Silks Of India"" by Thomas Wardle is a comprehensive guide to the wild silks of India. The book provides a detailed description of the various species of silkworms found in India, their life cycles, and the different types of silk they produce. It also includes information on the history of silk production in India, the methods used to cultivate and harvest silk, and the techniques used to weave the silk into fabrics.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the wild silk industry in India. The first chapter provides an overview of the different types of silkworms found in India, including the tasar, muga, and eri silkworms. The second chapter discusses the history of silk production in India, from ancient times to the present day.The third chapter provides a detailed description of the life cycle of the silkworm, including information on its feeding habits, cocoon formation, and the process of silk extraction. The fourth chapter discusses the different types of silk produced by the various species of silkworms found in India, including tasar silk, muga silk, and eri silk.The fifth chapter provides information on the methods used to cultivate and harvest silk, including the use of wild silkworms and the use of artificial rearing techniques. The sixth chapter discusses the different weaving techniques used to create silk fabrics in India, including the use of handlooms and power looms.Overall, the ""Handbook Of The Collection Illustrative Of The Wild Silks Of India"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and production of silk in India. It provides a wealth of information on the different types of silkworms found in India, the methods used to cultivate and harvest silk, and the techniques used to weave the silk into fabrics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Thomas Wardle
ISBN-10: 054820411X
ISBN-13: 9780548204115
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d