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Cashmere (Replay)

The Economics of Everyday Things

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The Cashmere Journey: From Luxury to Everyday Staple

This chapter chronicles the transformation of cashmere from an exclusive luxury to a widely accessible commodity, emphasizing its economic impact on Mongolia's herders. It delves into the challenges faced by these herders in balancing their traditional lifestyles with the pressures of inflation and market changes.

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