Power of Knitting

<b>An engaging read and perfect gift for knitters: How our favorite craft empowers heals and reconnects us to each other and ourselves</b> <p/>In a fractured world knitting is a lifeline. Economist and lifelong knitter Loretta Napoleoni reveals the hidden power of purl and stitch: a means for women to influence history a soothing activity to calm our nervous systems and a powerful metaphor of life. <p/>This book is an essential read for anyone who knits - from beginners to longtime hobbyists to the occasional creator of a blanket to welcome a newborn. You'll discover: <p/><ul><li>How knitting shaped history from Ancient Egypt to the knitting spies of World War II and the craftivism and yarnbombing from the 1960s that continues today.</li></ul> <br><ul><li>How knitting changes the brain helping us relax and beat anxiety and overthinking.</li></ul> <br><ul><li>The latest technological advances that allow us to create new knitted forms to amaze and improve lives.</li></ul> <br>For the author this book is also a personal journey of discovery and salvation drawing on the wisdom her grandmother passed along as they knitted together. <p/>Combining surprising history cutting-edge neuroscience and powerful storytelling <i>The Power of Knitting</i> sheds light on a beloved pastime and its beautiful past present and future. <p/>As a bonus the book includes patterns for ten simple yet iconic projects that reflect the creative empowering spirit of knitting with complete instructions.