How to Make Pottery & Ceramic Sculpture

The book is in good condition with some wear visible on the cover edges. The binding remains intact, and there are no inscriptions, signatures, or library markings. The absence of a dust jacket suggests it may have been published as a softcover edition. Overall, the book is well-preserved for its age.

"How to Make Pottery & Ceramic Sculpture" by Herbert H. Sanders is a comprehensive guide published by Lane Books in Menlo Park, California. This is the Second Edition, ninth printing, from April 1971. Sanders, a Professor of Ceramic Art at San Jose State College, provides an in-depth exploration of both elementary and advanced pottery techniques. The book covers a range of topics including glaze compositions, building a potter's wheel, and firing kilns. This edition is distinct for its practical approach and detailed illustrations that guide both beginner and experienced potters. While it does not appear to be a first edition, its continued reprints suggest enduring popularity among pottery enthusiasts. The book's physical condition is good, with no visible inscriptions or library markings.