The artwork of Lia Cook, textile painter is profiled. Cook has a unique way of "weaving paintings" by dying silk cords, painting linen threads, and weaving them together to create figures and motifs.

ArtCyclopedia's complete list of textile artists from the 17th century to the present day. There are links to the artists' biography and works.

Read about the changes in the American economy between 1820 and 1860 that resulted in a market economy encouraged by technological advances in manufacturing.

Find out why Mauritius' economy is so dynamic and successful. Learn about its exports, industry development, and long-term plans. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Summarizes the events of the Industrial Revolution in Britain by highlighting what happened in the cotton industry and the mining industry.