PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
by Mary Madison (Author)
The narratives of former slaves and the children of slaves in Plantation Slave Weavers Remember is an oral history of the weaving, spinning, dyeing and knitting activities of African-Americans during enslavement. It offers a glimpse into day to day activities on plantations and farms committed to the growth and profitability of their operations through slave-based labor.
Author Biography
Mary Madison received her M.S. Degree in Organization Development from Central Washington University. She has worked in corporate consulting organizations assisting management with program evaluations, needs assessments and conflict resolution. She is an accomplished fiber artist. Her work has been exhibited in galleries in Washington, Ohio, Colorado and Canada. Mary resides in Colorado and is an active member of several weaving guilds and surface design groups.
