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The Japanese art of Raku, a challenging pottery firing technique that uses fire and smoke to form unique patterns on the glaze, has long been a favorite of ceramists. This comprehensive overview of Raku explores the fascinating art and its history in full detail.Inside, readers will find information on the clay types used in Raku and the subsequent firing process, as well as the glazes, techniques and reproduction processes common to the art. This new edition has been completely re-written and updated with over 200 all new, full-color photos of beautiful Raku pottery. It also contains an in-depth history of the origins of Raku, its development over the last 20 years, and the changes in techniques and perception of the art during that time.·