Koekboya is the Turkish word for root-dye, used throughout Turkey for all types of natural dyes, including insect dyes. Dr Bohmer examines almost 100 dyeplants from Turkey and elsewhere in simple terms, illustrating their scientific principles, their cultural and historical context and their traditional application to natural fibres. Drawing upon 25 years of research, he enthusiastically shares with the reader the art of dyeing and the beauty of the colours obtained from nature. This book contains numerous illustrations in text and full page, most in colour.