A History of Glassmaking in England [Paperback]

Hugh Willmott (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2004

This book studies the nature and development of the glass industry in England, from its earliest origins with the arrival of the Roman Army until the beginning of the 19th century when new processes of mass production were introduced. Using historical, archaeological, and pictorial sources, the book discusses the techniques and requirements of glassmaking.

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This book studies the nature and development of the glass industry in England, from its earliest origins with the arrival of the Roman Army until the beginning of the nineteenth century when new processes of mass production were introduced. Using historical, archaeological and pictorial sources, the book discusses the techniques and requirements of glassmaking.

Dr. Hugh Willmott is a lecturer in Archaeology at the University of Sheffield and is the foremost authority on the subject.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 157 pages
• Publisher: Tempus (August 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0752431315
• ISBN-13: 978-0752431314
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,027,762 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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