History Of The Staffordshire Potteries - Simeon Shaw - Bog

History Of The Staffordshire Potteries: And The Rise And Progress Of The Manufacture Of Pottery And Porcelain (1900) is a comprehensive account of the pottery industry in Staffordshire, England. Written by Simeon Shaw, the book covers the history of the area from the earliest times to the end of the 19th century.The book explores the geography and geology of the region, as well as the social and economic factors that contributed to the growth of the pottery industry. Shaw provides detailed descriptions of the various types of pottery and porcelain produced in the area, including the techniques and materials used in their manufacture.The book also includes biographical sketches of the most prominent figures in the Staffordshire pottery industry, including Josiah Wedgwood, Thomas Whieldon, and William Adams. Shaw discusses their contributions to the industry and their impact on the development of pottery and porcelain production in Staffordshire.Overall, History Of The Staffordshire Potteries: And The Rise And Progress Of The Manufacture Of Pottery And Porcelain (1900) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the pottery industry in Staffordshire, England. Its detailed descriptions and biographical sketches provide a fascinating insight into the people and processes that shaped this important industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.