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One of the most riveting books I‘ve read this year. Custodians of Wonder introduces people around the world preserving rare traditions that may disappear with them. Every story fascinated me. Both heartbreaking and hopeful, it‘s a powerful reminder of how much knowledge exists outside mass production. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Stein traveled around the world to document the last keepers of traditional crafts and knowledge. From the last 19 people who know how to make sacred mirrors in India, to the 3 women who make the most intricate pasta ever in Sardinia, to the handful of people who keep their bees informed of family events. Sadly, the craft may be lost in the next generations but the fact they existed will be saved.

An absolutely incredible book! I learned so much.

16 books in May. Tagged was my favorite

New books from Nowhere book store ;)
Looking forward to diving into them.

Wonderful!

Stein has traveled to collect these charming stories of by-gone professions that survive to this day, often families continue on the traditions: African ancient instrument caretaker, Japanese soy sauce brewing (sounds wayyy tastier than the modern stuff we can buy at the grocery store), Indian mirror making, German Bridegroom‘s Oak postman (write letters to it to find your partner, they actually get delivered!), and more. I was charmed.

A charming survey of some whimsical and nearly forgotten traditions.

An absolutely delightful exploration of 10 endangered practices around the world, and the people working to keep the traditions alive.

This was marvelous! From a lace like pasta in Italy to a tree full of lovelorn letters in Germany, this was a wonderful read. I loved the focus on the people who are working to pass on these traditions, & and the variety of what humans want to protect. 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗

Yay! I‘m excited about this. I‘m looking forward to learning about cultural traditions from around the world. I don‘t know anything about this. I think it‘s really interesting.