Irish Aran: History, Tradition, Fashion by Vawn Corrigan (English) Hardcover Boo

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The significance of the Aran knit is so much more than an unusually popular design. Arans communicate warmth, comfort and a sense of home, which people the world over continue to respond to. Vawn Corrigan explores how the Aran knit became so iconic.

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Irish Aran knitting is a living tradition with a worldwide reach. Arans communicate warmth, comfort and a sense of home, which people the world over continue to respond to, even though the connection to our rocky outcroppings in the Atlantic Ocean may be long forgotten. Aran grew up in the harsh environment of the Aran Islands where everyday wear consisted of home-spun fabrics and knits. Today Aran survives as part of a rich craft heritage and as high and slow fashion on the catwalks of the world. Vawn Corrigan explores the history, mythology and growth of this iconic design in this beautiful and informative hardback book.

Author Biography

Dublin-based writer Vawn Corrigan is a graduate of  Trinity College Dublin. Vawn's writing on Irish craft has been published in the Irish Arts Review, Irish Antiques Journal, Ireland of the Welcomes and the international textiles magazine Selvedge. She is also a contributor to RTÉ  radio's Sunday Miscellany. Vawn enjoys collaborations which document the social history of living craft traditions.

Review

an easy read and well-illustrated * Irish Arts Review *Subtitled History, Tradition, Fashion, Irish Aran is the first in a new series of pocketbooks published by O'Brien Press that celebrate the country's rich and robust heritage. Like the world-renowned sweater itself, the hardcover work is solid, steady, sturdy, and ready for everyday use. Woven with tidbits and trivia, dates and places, old and new photographs, and a sweeping overview of the tradition and cultural significance of the famed pullover, the narrative offers a fascinating insight into the history of both a people and a place. As such, and like the plush cluster of islands off Eire's western coastline, the book is timeless in its exploration of a customary craft. As is said in those parts, the Irish don't just write poetry, they knit it. * Celtic Life International Magazine *worth picking up … a fascinating read -- RTE Guidefabulous book -- Daithi * RTE TV's Today Show *a gorgeous book and a must for anyone interested in Irish fashion -- Dubray BooksA unique gift idea * Connaught Telegraph *

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Details ISBN1788490207 Author Vawn Corrigan Pages 168 Year 2019 ISBN-10 1788490207 ISBN-13 9781788490207 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2019-03-11 Short Title Irish Aran Language English Subtitle History, Tradition, Fashion UK Release Date 2019-03-11 Place of Publication Dublin Country of Publication Ireland Illustrations 1 Bibliography; 115 Halftones, color Illustrator Steve McCarthy Edited by Gnon Baba Birth 1969 Affiliation Dr. Robert M. Pressman Position Former senior instructor and associate head, English (deceased) Qualifications MD MPA Publisher O'Brien Press Ltd Series O'Brien Irish Heritage DEWEY 746.43209415 Audience General Imprint O'Brien Press Ltd We've got this

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