The Book of Forgotten Crafts
- ISBN-10
- 0715338315
- ISBN-13
- 9780715338315
- Category
- Artisans
- Pages
- 256
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011
- Publisher
- David & Charles Publishers
- Authors
- Tom Quinn, Siân Ellis, Paul Felix
Description
This title reveals the fascinating history of British craftsmanship in a series of interviews with leading crafters at work in Britain today.
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