Making pots is common to all civilizations and all periods of history. This handbook has been written for all those who feel the age-old desire to fashion objects from clay. It seeks to provide a complete foundation course in the art, enabling the novice potter to master the techniques through gradual progression. There are step-by-step instructions and colour illustrations, along with information on clays, firing methods and decoration. There are ideas for a range of attractive and unusual objects, and technical tips to build up the reader's skills.