Papermaking: The History and Technique of an Ancient Craft Paperback – March 17, 2011

I ordered this book because I'm a writer doing a story on paper makers, and this book is by far the best resource I've come across on the subject. It includes history that I haven't seen anywhere else, at least in this amount of detail, and it captures the passion for paper that I hope to convey in my fictional characters.If you have any interest in the history of paper, how it's made worldwide, and all of the artistic aspects that go into it, this is the most comprehensive book I know of. And it's written in an engaging style that's easy to follow for those of us without a history in the craft or industry.Highly recommended for anyone interested in this topic.

Fantastic reprint of this book. The author takes a topic most people would find dry and tedious and turns it into an adventure to discover the practices of the ancient and modern world. If Dard were around today, I would quickly request an audience to simply gleam a figment of his vast knowledge of the world. I love this book and I love the looks I get when people see me reading it in public.

I've been reading this book and find it absolutely fascinating. I have learned so much about the history of papermaking and how it relates to history in general. I also find it fascinating that there have been so many changes in the manufacture of paper, even within my lifetime and that of my parents and grandparents. If you are interested in ANY facet of history, this book will add to your understanding.

Most people may find this book a bit dry, but you won't find any other book this detailed about papermaking from all over the world! Great for research and for those who are just curios about papermaking from ancient times through the modern era!

The contents of this book are classic. Anyone who is a paper artist needs to know the history set forth in this volume. Dard Hunter was the person who brought the art of handmade paper back to America. His book is definitely a classic on the subject and belongs on every paper maker's shelf. I rated the book 4 stars instead of 5 simple because it is a cheap paperback. While the binding is what I could afford at this time, it doesn't d justice to the contents.

Informative and detailed book. Highly recommend anyone who is interested in learning the history of papermaking.

This is a weighty tome and a fascinating history. You might not think paper is interesting but after reading this book, you will have changed your mind!

Purchased for my son who is in college. This book arrived in excellent condition - best value