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Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Legacy in Lens and Yarn

This chapter chronicles the journey of two influential figures in their respective fields: a self-taught photographer known for his evocative portrayals of Black life in Pittsburgh and Jane Gauguin, a pioneering Scottish knitter and writer. It discusses the photographer's struggles over the ownership of his archives and the significance of his work being preserved at the Carnegie Museum of Art. Additionally, it highlights Jane's contributions to the knitting community through her innovative pattern notation system and her successful literary career, despite personal challenges.

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