Sofi Thanhauser

Author

Sofi Thanhauser is an American writer and historian whose book and audiobook Worn: A People's History of Clothing traces the story of five fabrics — linen, cotton, silk, synthetics, and wool — to explore how clothing has shaped human history, economics, and culture. Thanhauser's writing weaves together social history, labour history, and... environmental storytelling, revealing the extraordinary human stories behind the clothes we wear. Her audiobooks and books are fascinating for readers and listeners who enjoy popular history that illuminates everyday objects and the hidden systems that produce them. Read more Show less