Plant Fibre Processing : A Handbook, Paperback by Jarman, Cyril, ISBN 1853393851, ISBN-13 9781853393853, Brand New, Free shipping in the US This book covers the pre-spinning processes which make plant fibres suitable for textile manufacture. It includes plant fibres such as cotton, sisal and jute, Himalayan nettle, pineapple leaf and kenaf, which are of great value to small communities where they are used for both utilitarian and decorative purposes.