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The Revival of Shoddy: Wool's Second Life

This chapter explores the recycling of wool garments into shoddy fabric, tracing its historical significance and geographical roots. It highlights the production process, its role in disaster relief, and the competition shoddy faces from modern synthetic materials.

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