Jenny BalfourPaul Libri

Indigo tells the compelling and comprehensive story of the world's oldest, most magical and best-loved dye.

Focusing on the unique role of indigo in the Arab world, this text offers a thorough investigation into its historical significance and cultural impact. It covers the subject extensively, tracing the use of indigo from its earliest origins to contemporary practices, filling a notable gap in existing literature.

This intriguing odyssey, set on the edges of time, encompasses biography, memoir, detective story, travelogue and history to tell a remarkable tale of East-West connections and a mysterious love.