This epic work chronicles the development of the Turkish textile industry all the way from its world dominance in the 16th century to its decline with the beginning of the European Industrial Revolution before it reemerged once again on the world stage in the 1960s. This colorful book adorned with intricate paintings and maps is a product of 50 years of academic work and presents a scholarly picture of Anatolia's ancient textile tradition through the modern day. Includes carpets. English language edition. "This epic work chronicles the development of the Turkish textile industry all the way from its world dominance in the 16th century to its decline with the beginning of the European Industrial Revolution before it reemerged once again on the world stage in the 1960s. This colorful book adorned with intricate paintings and maps is a product of 50 years of academic work and presents a scholarly picture of Anatolia's ancient textile tradition through the modern day. Includes carpets. English language edition.