"Clay and Glazes forthe Potter" by Daniel Rhodes. Pitmans.
A basic textbook full of invaluable information and fundamental
knowledge. Again my copy is worn and read and re-read. A use-
ful collection of glaze recipes and various tables on which to base

further exploration.

With these two books one is well equipped but I like all these as
well, finding that where one is weak another is strong:

"The Technique of Pottery" by Dora Billington. Batsford.
Repeats much of the information in the other two but has a useful
chapter on handles, lids and mould making. I've found the glaze
recipes reliable and the book is simply written so that even the
glaze theory is easily understood,

"Understanding Pottery Glazes" by David Green. Faber & Faber.
This has been invaluable though it took me some time to begin to
understand it. No recipes - good bibliography, tables etc. Nota
first book but one that becomes increasingly important and
interesting.

"Slipware and How to Make It" by Dorothy Kemp. Faber & Paber.
A simply written book on a specialized subject unfortunately un-
fashionable in B.C, at the moment.

"The World of Japanese Ceramics" by Herbert Saunders.
Kodansha International.

Owing to greedy friends I've only had this book for a month though
T bought it a year ago. It's fascinating and gives an increased
understanding of the techniques and history of Japanese pots and
potters. It also has some glaze recipes but I've not tried any of
them - there are Occidental equivalents for the traditional Japanese
glazes for those who don't feel Like grinding their piqments for 7
years or laying down clay for their descendants. Beautifully and
copiously illustrated.

The next books are not primarily technical - the lessons are there
to be learnt however:

“Medieval English Pottery" by Bermard Rackham. Faber & Faber.

"Creative Clay Craft" by Ernst Rotterger. Batsford

A wonderful little book with an intriguing, exploring attitude to ad
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