Dyes
Subtitle: from sea snails to synthetics
By: Ruth G. Kassinger.
Series: Material world
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Brookfield, Conn
Language: eng
Number of pages: 80
Subjects: Dyes and dyeing -- Juvenile literature; Dyes and dyeing -- History; Color
Genres: Juvenile literature.
Description: Explains how dyes were developed, how they have been used throughout history and discusses the history and folklore surrounding different colors. People have been making textiles since around 6000 B.C. In time they learned to use plant and animal materials to dye them. In Dyes: from Sea Snails to Synthetics, Kassinger covers the history of dyes from early times to the present. She also relates some of the myths associated with dyes and explains the science behind their production and use.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Meaning of color; title: Ancient history of dyes; title: What are dyes?; title: From kermes to cochineal; title: From madder to mauve; title: Map; title: Timeline; title: Glossary; title: For more information; title: Index.