Knitting Around the World: A Multistranded History of a Time-Honored Tradition

Knitting Around the World: A Multistranded History of a Time-Honored Tradition by Nargi, Lela. hardcover edition. ISBN: 0752748337947.

Here is the history of knitting around the globe, examining styles, techniques, and particular styles countries and regions—including England, Ireland, Scotland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Iceland, Japan, Australia, Canada, United States, Peru, Bolivia, and more. Highlighted are 20 profiles of historically significant knitters who are using particular techniques today—plus 20 patterns that exemplify knitting traditions from around the world.