02174cam a22003253u 4500 44284 UtSlPG 20260610134021.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 01001288 UtSlPG en iso639-1 TP Jarves, Deming, 1790-1869 Reminiscences of Glass-making Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-11-25 Produced by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Reminiscences of Glass-making" by Deming Jarves is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work provides an in-depth exploration of the history and development of glass-making, detailing the techniques, materials, and cultural significance of the craft over the centuries. It also touches on the advancements in glass production in America, particularly as the art transitioned from Europe to the New World. At the start of the book, Jarves reflects on the ancient origins of glass-making, noting its mysterious allure and the complexity of turning opaque materials into transparent objects. He discusses the contributions of various cultures, from the Egyptians to the Venetians, in developing glass artistry, and highlights the gradual democratization of glass products, making them accessible to wider social classes. The opening sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of the craft’s evolution, the technological innovations that transformed glass-making, and the personal stories that illustrate the romance of this elegant art. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Glass manufacture Glass manufacture -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44284 85123 85123