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The Clay Industries, Including the Fictile & Ceramic Arts on the Banks of the Severn / with notices of the early use of Shropshire clays, the history of pottery, porcelain, &c. in the district cover

The Clay Industries, Including the Fictile & Ceramic Arts on the Banks of the Severn / with notices of the early use of Shropshire clays, the history of pottery, porcelain, &c. in the district

By John Randall
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The work surveys clay deposits along the Severn and examines their extraction and use in bricks, tiles, pottery and porcelain. It combines geological descriptions and chemical analyses of native clays with practical accounts of firing, moulding, glazing, and kiln construction, and presents historical notices of regional manufactories and archaeological finds showing long-standing exploitation. Chapters explain differences between common, fire, and china clays, detail local production practices and products, and consider the trades' economic role for communities near the Ironbridge, blending technical explanation with local industrial history.

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John Randall

John Randall was a 19th-century author known for his contributions to local history and industry in England, particularly in the Shropshire region. His notable works include "Handbook to the Severn Valley Railway," which provides a detailed account of the railway and its surroundings, and "History of Madeley," which explores the rich heritage of the area, including Ironbridge and Coalbrookdale. Randall also delved into the local clay industries with his book "The Clay Industries, Including the Fictile & Ceramic Arts on the Banks of the Severn," highlighting the significance of pottery and ceramics in the region's history. His writings reflect a deep appreciation for the cultural and industrial landscape of his time.

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