Clay and Glazes for the PotterTo address new information on advances in the ceramics industry, noted ceramist and author Robin Hopper has updated Daniel Rhodes's book on the fundamentals of ceramic technology. Includes new sections devoted to health hazards, computer calculation programs, and increased color information with color photos of both historical and contemporary work. Illustrations. |
Contents
Authors Preface to the First Edition 1957 | 11 |
Introduction | 22 |
The Physical Nature of Clay | 59 |
Copyright | |
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Common terms and phrases
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