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Ceramics: A Potter's Handbook 6th Edition

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ISBN-13: 978-0030289378
ISBN-10: 0030289378
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Product Details

  • Paperback: 439 pages
  • Publisher: Cengage Learning; 6 edition (November 20, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0030289378
  • ISBN-13: 978-0030289378
  • Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #139,771 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 starsA great book for beginners as well as seasoned ceramicists
By August West on January 6, 2002
Format: Paperback
A wealth of knowledge can be found in this timeless book that covers all the major aspects of ceramics.
For the novice, it covers the the world's history of ceramics. Discusses clay and glaze compositions and gives step
by step explanations of the various techniques from wheel throwing to hand building to making plaster molds for
slip casting.
For the advanced ceramist, there is good information of various kilns and their construction. It offers analysis of
several major clays, frits, and feldspars as well as other useful reference tables including some recipes for
glazes from low fire to high fire.
I first bought the book in '82 as a college freshman and it has proven a valuable aid ever since. It is on the top of
my "required reading" list for anyone interested in getting involved with studio ceramics.
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3.0 out of 5 stars"Required" for community college class
By Julie B on October 24, 2013
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This was a "required" book for my class, but the college was charging $90 for it. When the teacher heard that, she told us all that it wasn't worth that. When I said I got it for about $30, she said it was definitely worth it for that much and was a great book to have. However, from flipping through it hasn't really caught my interest (pictures are all black and white and seem out of date), and I haven't actually needed to use it.
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5.0 out of 5 starsGreat Book for students
By Louis Katz on April 29, 2009
Format: Paperback
I use this book with my beginning students. It is rare that I read a ceramics book and find no significant problems. It is well written and full of information and good illustrations. I recommend it highly.
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5.0 out of 5 starsEpiphany and resurrection of an venerable important text
By Paul on March 28, 2009
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I have 3 (including editions 1 & 5) of this ground breaking text by Glen C Nelson. It seems the driving force behind this new and spectacular presentation of edition 6 is Richard Burkett. His fingerprints are all over the glaze section among others. This volume is a MUST HAVE AT ALL COSTS for any novice and master potter alike. I now have a new "Bible" for my studio. Special thanks to Glen Nelson who has inspired millions of us with his dynamite dedication to teaching and setting a stellar height of perfection to our craft. He is a living legend in my mind and soul.
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5.0 out of 5 starsWow!
By Phoenix on August 4, 2008
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One of my all-time favorite references. I really love this book. It was a "suggested reading" in my pottery class, and I am very glad I purchased it. I'm an artist that is just as much about researching and understanding as I am about the actual doing and studio side of my work. This book is a treat and I highly recommend it.
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4.0 out of 5 starsA book full of useful information for exploring with clay
By Lausanne on February 13, 2012
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I have been teaching clay explorations, looking for ideas and information to inspire my students. This book with its many photographs of clay creations both finished and in process has been a springboard for the imagination. The chapters dedicated to clay formulas and glazing compounds would appeal to anyone setting up their own studio. Plenty here for an affordable price.
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2.0 out of 5 starsOld school
By Fredrick C. on November 18, 2009
Format: Paperback
Has the basics from beginning to end. Recipes for glazes are dated as most are lead based, but it's an old book. I paid .18 cents for and it was worth that. My other books I purchased were newer and a better investment. I find it hard to believe that the asking price for the newest version of this book would worth it. Most of the information I was looking for was nothing more than a general overview.
If you get this book don't spend a bunch on it.....it's Ok at best
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4.0 out of 5 starsPositive experience
By Patti Hosaki on October 1, 2015
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This is a required school book, not a reading book for pleasure. It is written to inform and educate. It arrived in plenty of time for the school term and in good condition, as promised.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

I love it

Published 29 days ago by Carmen Vargas
4.0 out of 5 starsFour Stars

The newer edition is easier to read, but this is much less expensive. Text is mostly the same.

Published 7 months ago by LA
1.0 out of 5 starsVery Disappointed

The book is not in good condition as advertised. It has a torn cover with deep creases and faded color. The pages are stained and worn.

Published 12 months ago by joanne didriksen
1.0 out of 5 starsOne Star

Ordered this thinking it was the 6th edition, as pictured, but it was really the 5th edition, deceitful advertising.

Published 14 months ago by Sharon A.
5.0 out of 5 starsFantastic textbook for Ceramics I or II

I bought this textbook for my Ceramics II class at WWU. It was very well written with clear instructions and helpful photos. Good book.

Published on February 16, 2014 by Barbara Jo
5.0 out of 5 starsMuch better than what I thought!!!

Ordered a used book and thought it would be covered with notes, markings, torn pages, etc., but it was great. Only a few page curls, but not a mark in the book itself. GREAT BUY.

Published on October 2, 2013 by Dr. C. Gee Silberman
4.0 out of 5 starsGood resource

This book is a good resource, but it unlikely you will use it much for you undergraduate class as most of it is quite basic and you will probably learn the information in class.

Published on September 10, 2013 by H. Culbertson
5.0 out of 5 starsGift

I got this one for a gift. No idea at all what she's doing with it or if she likes it. Sorry.

Published on September 10, 2013 by Carolle
5.0 out of 5 starsWASTE OF TIME

WASTE OF MY TIME TAKES TO MUCH INFO JUST DO STARS AND COMPLAINTS
I AM QUITING RATING TAKES TO MUCH TIME
Deliverd quickly, exact as oredered XXXXXXX

Published on April 8, 2013 by Fredrick L. Ebner
4.0 out of 5 starsGreat Book for any Level of Ceramics

Great book for any level of ceramics. This book has good information, images and provides background information on techniques and how ceramics evolved.

Published on April 11, 2012 by LocalGirl

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