Recs if you like Silk: A World History...

Do you want to be hot and smart but are tired of trying to find a nonfiction book that appeals to you? Why don't you try finding a fun subject and become the life of the party at your next gathering👀 everyone will stand up and give you a round of applause when you share these cool facts🙂‍↕️

microhistory: the intensive historical investigation of a well defined smaller unit of research (such as an event, community, individual or a settlement); it aspires to "ask large questions in small places"

Non-fiction and fiction books with moths in them. That's it. That's the list. PS: Why isn't there a moth emoji already?!?

From dirt and sand, to rope and fabric, to coal and oil--nonfiction about seemingly simple materials and the ways they've influenced the course of human history.

books on the history of fiber and textiles

Nonfiction on a single, weirdly specific topic

Small topics that pack a punch

Non-fiction stories about the way textiles intersect with our lives through art, history, textile industry, farming, or reflections on craft.

For the sewers, stitchers, crafters, knitters, embroiderers, etc. (and also those who are curious or interested). Hop right into crafting! Note: Will be including history books as well. Suggestions to add are welcome in the comments!

Non-fiction books related to the humanities. Think: arts, language, culture and what we do with it. Mix of essays, memoirs, literary criticism, histories, and more.

“Medicine, law, business, engineering, these are all noble pursuits, and necessary to sustain life. But poetry, beauty, romance, love, these are what we stay alive for.”