Cover
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction
On Pins and Needles: Hypermodernity and Hyperclothing Ourselves
The Perfect Pattern: Dressmaking as a Political Tool in María Dueñas's El tiempo entre costuras
Lining with Surrealism: Spaces and Stitches in César Aira's La costurera y el viento
Unraveling Gender and Sexual Confinements in Pedro Lemebel's Tengo miedo torero
An Honest Measuring Tape: Peripheral Places in Frances de Pontes Peebles's The Seamstress
Tailoring Peace and Purpose: Sartorial Representations in Children's Literature
Conclusion
Works Cited