02336cam a22003013u 4500 34348 UtSlPG 20260610133802.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 TP Field, Kate, 1838-1896 The Drama of Glass Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-11-17 Produced by Chris Curnow, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) "The Drama of Glass" by Kate Field is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the fascinating art and industry of glass making, tracing its origins from ancient civilizations to the contemporary advancements showcased at the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago. The book highlights glass as not merely a material but as a significant player in the drama of human history, intertwining stories of culture, innovation, and artistry. In this narrative, Field meticulously outlines the evolution of glass from its mythical beginnings to its various manifestations through different cultures, such as the craftsmanship of the Venetians and Bohemians. She describes the advances in glass making techniques, detailing the production processes and the artistic qualities of glass artifacts. The book not only celebrates American achievements in the field with the emergence of the Libbey Glass Company but also emphasizes the broader historical significance of glass in society, culminating in captivating anecdotes like the creation of a glass dress worn by a prominent actress, which drew attention from royal figures. Overall, Field’s work stands as both an appreciation of the material and an homage to the artisans who brought it to life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Glass manufacture https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34348 75194 75194