There is a melancholy chord to this beautiful record of the rich weaving traditions of the Bedouins of Saudi Arabia, as their nomadic way of life and with it, their unique arts of weaving have
been virtually extinguished since Hilden lived there from 1982-1994. The text offers meticulous description of the various types of weaving, with attention to use of color, weaving styles,
different kinds of looms, and the specifics of creating each type of garment, bag, rug, camel dress, and other objects used in Bedouin daily life, as well as interviews with the individual
weavers. The volume is richly illustrated with color plates. Appendixes present detailed information on types of stitches and patterns, and dye recipes. This superb study will be essential for
any serious textile scholar or collector. It's distributed in North America by The David Brown Book Co. Annotation 穢2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
