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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a remarkable glimpse into the past of the weavers of Glasgow â" an ancient craft with roots in the 15th century. Drawing from centuries-old records, the author traces the incorporation's fascinating history, providing insights into its role in the social, economic, and cultural fabric of the city. Through the lens of its meticulous regulations, apprenticeship, and charitable work, this book explores the evolution of the craft over time, its struggles, and its resilience. The detailed accounts of its trade privileges, relationships with other crafts, supervision of craftsmanship, meetings, discipline, and finances paint a vivid picture of the challenges and triumphs faced by the weavers. This book not only preserves the legacy of a venerable craft but also sheds light on the wider history of trade guilds and the lives of ordinary people in the past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…