Two novels offer new perspectives on the women of Greek mythology
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The History of Weaving
The author says she has a background in fiber arts. She learned to weave on a different sort of loom than Arachne would have. Her father, Arachne's father is a dire of purple and the process to get that color is fascinating. "Violet begins with violence and it's really interesting"
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