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Craft in America: Celebrating Two Centuries of Artists and Objects

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Superb. To say that CRAFT IN AMERICA is a brilliant work of art would not do it justice. It is more than that: it is itself a marvelous realization of the fusion of art and craft. As a book publisher myself, I am in awe of the successful melding of the many elements that must complement one another to make a truly masterpiece of a book. This is that rare "coffee table" book with an intelligent, gracefully written text that makes a compelling read. Every image in the book appears to have been selected with care and sensitivity and illustrates so well the points discussed in the text. But as strong as the visuals and the text are, a book with this subject matter must itself stand as an example of superior design. And it does. Every facet of the book reflects the professionalism of the editors, the creative geniuses they treat in these pages, and the craft of book publishing and production. It is a gem.

Bill Haney

Wow. This is the kind of book that helps to put everything into its proper perspective. By delineating art works not through medium, but instead through source and motivation, the authors have managed to place the American Craft Movement into its proper place: as a profoundly important expression of fundamental spirit. The craftspersons are profiled are honored through glorious photos and inspiring texts. The various Movements and institutions of teaching are shown to have had as sweeping an effect on our national ways of seeing as the better-known European ones like De Stijl and the Bauhaus.


This book is the accompaniment of the Peabody Award winning Craft in America PBS series, and a touring national exhibit. I can recommend it for both the novice and the expert and everyone in between since it will be the book everyone will refer back to, and the one you wish you had more copies of so you could loan it out to all your friends.

Outstanding! Thoroughly enjoyed the engrossing writing style. It tells the fascinating story of how integral craft was in the the development of a nation and its people. And, I could not agree more with President Jimmy Carter when he wrote in the prologue: I invite you to read this book, consider the outstanding objects these artists have imagined, and partake in what could well be one of the most satisfying times of your life.
Jackie Mirabel

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This book arrived promptly, within a short time, and in very good condition. It was exactly what I ordered.
Being an artist myself, I bought it not only for information,but for inspiration. Mission accomplished!
Shirley F.