The Book Of Craftsmen: The Story Of Man's Handiwork Through The Ages (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163189672)

The Book of Craftsmen: The Story of Man's Handiwork Through the Ages is a comprehensive exploration of the history of craftsmanship and the evolution of human creativity. Written by Marjory Bruce, this book takes readers on a journey through time, from the earliest known examples of human craftsmanship to the modern era.The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of craftsmanship, including pottery, metalworking, woodworking, textiles, and more. Each chapter delves into the techniques, tools, and materials used by craftsmen throughout history, as well as the cultural and social contexts that influenced their work.Throughout the book, Bruce highlights the achievements of master craftsmen from around the world, including Egyptian stonemasons, Chinese silk weavers, and European blacksmiths. She also explores the ways in which craftsmanship has shaped human culture, from the creation of religious artifacts to the development of industrial manufacturing.The Book of Craftsmen is a beautifully illustrated volume that brings the history of craftsmanship to life. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art, design, and human creativity.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.

Author: Marjory Bruce
ISBN-10: 1163189677
ISBN-13: 9781163189672
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.68d