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At the core of British identity lies craft, from the intricate stained glass adorning quaint country churches to the Enid Blyton-esque allure of thatched cottages. It encompasses the iconic Harris Tweed (famously appropriated by Coco Chanel) and the regal livery donned by Buckingham Palace's horses. The digital age has ushered in a renaissance of craftsmanship, fostering groundbreaking technologies like microbial weaving and bespoke vessels for cultivating human tissue.
Craft Britain weaves together an eclectic tapestry of artisans: watchmakers and saddlers, bell casters and neon benders, shoemakers and silversmiths, potters and orrery-makers, stonemasons and weavers, embroiderers and basket-makers - alongside a plethora of other time-honoured traditions.
This tome serves as a clarion call for craft, rousing readers to champion Britain's rich vein of exceptional artisans and inspire future generations to master the skills vital for preserving and advancing these craft traditions. Craft Britain emphatically demonstrates that craftsmanship in the United Kingdom is neither moribund nor extinct, but rather a vibrant, ongoing exploration of process, materials, and ideas spanning architecture, interiors, fashion, art, and design.
Book ISBN: | 9781914317866 |
Book Author: | David Linley |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | OH |
Book Publisher: | Headline Publishing Group |
Book Dimensions: | 242 x 289 x 25 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2022-10-27 |
Book Pagination: | 256 pages, Photos |
Book Weight: | 1502g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’