Jaya Jaitly belongs to Kerala, and graduated in English Literature from Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, USA. She is the Founder-President of the Dastkari Haat Samiti, a nationwide association of craftspeople. It trains, promotes and organises its members for better marketing through many innovative strategies.
The result of 11 years of hard work, this mammoth, well-researched book speaks to India's rich history and its unique tapestry of myriad cultures ... It is a trove for all interested in the rich, diverse Indian arts and crafts heritage. Summing up: Highly recommended. CHOICE This book offers abundant information, examples, and background on Indian crafts which are reflected in the varied Indian auction items and which will themselves become of more interest to collectors and dealers. -- Henry Berry, Reviewer's Bookwatch Midwest Book Review, December 2013
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