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Silk

A World History
Book • 2023
This book delves into the intricate story of silk, from its ancient origins to its current impact on fashion, military, and medical fields.

It highlights the efforts of explorers and scientists, including groundbreaking women, who dedicated their lives to understanding silk-producing animals.

The narrative spans across different cultures and countries, discussing the biology of silk production from moths, spiders, and mollusks, and its potential for a more sustainable future.

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