What the Hands Know
Hands carry knowledge that rarely enters official language. They measure, cut, weave, polish, repair, remember, and give form to materials before they become objects.
Fibers, fabrics, leather, clay, tools, and gestures: a close look at the intelligence, patience, and skill behind everyday material culture.
Editorial note: What the Hands Know
Hands carry knowledge that rarely enters official language. They measure, cut, weave, polish, repair, remember, and give form to materials before they become objects.