The Root of Wild Madder: Chasing the History, Mystery, and Lore of the Persian Carpet
Brian Murphy
(Author)
Description
Every Persian carpet has a story to tell -- from the remote villages of Afghanistan and Iran, down the ancient trade routes traveled for centuries, to the bazaars of Tehran and the markets of the Western world. Carpet-making is one of this tumultuous region's few constants, an art form that transcends religious and political turmoil. Part travelogue and part exploration into the meaning and worth of these mystical artifacts, The Root of Wild Madder presents practical information about carpets while exploring the artistic, religious, and cultural complexities of these enigmatic lands.Product Details
Price
$19.99
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Publish Date
August 01, 2006
Pages
297
Dimensions
6.74 X 0.81 X 9.14 inches | 0.8 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9780743264211
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About the Author
Brian Murphy is the co-host of the popular Murph and Mac morning radio show on KNBR 680 in San Francisco. Prior to his work as a radio personality Murphy spent seven years as a 49ers beat writer for the Santa Rosa Press Democrat and San Francisco Chronicle. Additionally, he has authored several books, including Never. Say. Die.: The San Francisco Giants--2012 World Series Champions; The Last Putt: Two Teams, One Dream, and a Freshman Named Tiger; Worth the Wait; and San Francisco Giants: 50 Years. He lives in Mill Valley, California.
Reviews
"A travelogue in the best nineteenth-century tradition.... Readers are treated to a precarious ride."
-- Linda Hales, The Washington Post
"Best book to tide you over when you're done with the morning paper."
-- Chicago Tribune
"A book full of passion...Brian Murphy's excitement about rugs sweeps you away."
-- Mark Kurlansky, author of Salt: A World History and Cod: A Biography of the Fish That Changed the World
"A superb example of the 'Holy Grail' travel book."
-- Catherine Watson, Minneapolis Star-Tribune
-- Linda Hales, The Washington Post
"Best book to tide you over when you're done with the morning paper."
-- Chicago Tribune
"A book full of passion...Brian Murphy's excitement about rugs sweeps you away."
-- Mark Kurlansky, author of Salt: A World History and Cod: A Biography of the Fish That Changed the World
"A superb example of the 'Holy Grail' travel book."
-- Catherine Watson, Minneapolis Star-Tribune