The Fabric of Civilization
Narrated by Caroline Turner Cole
- Released
- February 17, 2026
- Length
- 9 hrs 43 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Basic Books
The Fabric of Civilization explores the profound impact of textiles on human history, covering their role in shaping technology, culture, and politics from ancient times to the modern era. Combining research from archaeology, economics, and science, Virginia Postrel reveals how textiles like silk, wool, and dye have influenced major civilizations and innovations, including art, finance, and scientific progress. This engaging narrative highlights textiles as a vital thread woven into the fabric of civilization itself.
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