Embroiderers of Ninhue: Stitching Chilean Rural Life

"The story of a group of embroiderers in Ninhue, Chile, from their 1971 inception. Wool embroidery--a nontraditional craft--was introduced by the author at a time of political upheaval to soothe local tensions and provide a means of income. Describes and analyzes the work of individual artisans; includes illustrations"--Provided by publisher.