Josiah Wedgwood - Arthur Herbert Church - Bog

""Josiah Wedgwood: Master Potter"" is a biographical work written by Arthur Herbert Church in 1903. The book details the life and work of Josiah Wedgwood, a renowned English potter who lived from 1730 to 1795. Wedgwood is known for his innovations in pottery production, including the creation of the famous ""Jasperware"" and his contributions to the development of the steam engine. The book covers Wedgwood's childhood, his apprenticeship under his older brother, and his eventual rise to prominence in the pottery industry. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to Sarah Wedgwood and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Erasmus Darwin and Benjamin Franklin. Throughout the book, Church provides detailed descriptions of Wedgwood's various creations, including his famous tea sets, vases, and decorative pieces. He also explores the economic and social context in which Wedgwood worked, shedding light on the broader cultural and historical significance of his contributions. Overall, ""Josiah Wedgwood: Master Potter"" offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the most important figures in the history of pottery and industrial innovation.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.