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Stitched from the Soul: Slave Quilts from the Antebellum South Paperback – September 30, 2002

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This richly illustrated book offers a glimpse into the lives and creativity of African American quilters during the era of slavery. Originally published in 1989, Stitched from the Soul was the first book to examine the history of quilting in the enslaved community and to place slave-made quilts into historical and cultural context. It remains a beautiful and moving tribute to an African American tradition.

Undertaking a national search to locate slave-crafted textiles, Gladys-Marie Fry uncovered a treasure trove of pieces. The 123 color and black and white photographs featured here highlight many of the finest and most interesting examples of the quilts, woven coverlets, counterpanes, rag rugs, and crocheted artifacts attributed to slave women and men. In a new preface, Fry reflects on the inspiration behind her original research--the desire to learn more about her enslaved great-great-grandmother, a skilled seamstress--and on the deep and often emotional chords the book has struck among readers bonded by an interest in African American artistry.
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  1. Print length
    112 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    The University of North Carolina Press
  4. Publication date
    September 30, 2002
  5. Dimensions
    8.5 x 0.31 x 11 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    9780807849958
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0807849958
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"Stitched from the Soul" is an interesting study showing how African culture influenced American quilting as well as commenting on the life of the slave. ("Library Journal")

Includes many illustrations of surviving slave-made quilts, some utilitarian and others wonderful examples of the seamstress's art. ("Washington Post Book World")

"Stitched from the Soul is an interesting study showing how African culture influenced American quilting as well as commenting on the life of the slave. ("Library Journal)

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A richly illustrated collection of needlework by African-American slave women.--Chicago Sun-Times

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0807849952
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The University of North Carolina Press; 2nd edition (September 30, 2002)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 112 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780807849958
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0807849958
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.31 x 11 inches
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lynette
5.0 out of 5 stars Item arrived undamaged
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Sherry Tompkins
5.0 out of 5 stars Family History
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I loved that our family history is forever ingrained as part of history in that my great great great grandmothers quilt is in this book - Phyllis McRoselynn Biggs page 76. Love history!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Stitched from the Soul: slave Quilts from the Ante-Bellum South.
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Quilt Maven
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book. The history in this book is fantastic
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2014
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Excellent book. The history in this book is fantastic. This is not a pattern book....unless you draw your own. I have one of these ib my library and have purchased a second one for our Guild Library.
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jacki
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2017
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I love this book . Lots of truth in here about what slaves had to go through . Ms. Fry is a wonderful lady .
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skl
5.0 out of 5 stars Such a great book. more history for me to devour
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2015
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Such a great book. more history for me to devour. Once you start, you can't finish. Read about the Gees Bend Quilters, too. Seller was great and fast delivery.
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Monika
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful pictures
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2019
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It was informative and well written with beautiful pictures
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Lauren Anderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Worthwhile
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Francine Delaney-Doyle
4.0 out of 5 stars Quilts
Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2022
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L'histoire de ces gens!
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Marianne Oliver
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational book in immaculate condition
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 20, 2023
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Great service and brilliant product.
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KDG
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 25, 2017
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I really love this book. This has inspired me to take on versions of some of the designs!
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