The Story of Glass is a historical fiction novel written by Sara Ware Bassett and first published in 1916. The book takes readers on a journey through the history of glass-making, from its earliest beginnings in ancient Egypt to the modern-day techniques used in the early 20th century.The story follows the life of a young girl named Mary Ware who is fascinated by the art of glass-making. She grows up in a small town in New England and dreams of one day becoming a glassblower. When she finally gets the opportunity to work in ...
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The Story of Glass is a historical fiction novel written by Sara Ware Bassett and first published in 1916. The book takes readers on a journey through the history of glass-making, from its earliest beginnings in ancient Egypt to the modern-day techniques used in the early 20th century.The story follows the life of a young girl named Mary Ware who is fascinated by the art of glass-making. She grows up in a small town in New England and dreams of one day becoming a glassblower. When she finally gets the opportunity to work in a glass factory, she discovers the challenges and dangers of the trade.As Mary learns more about the history of glass-making, she becomes determined to uncover the secrets of the ancient Egyptians who first discovered the art. She travels to Egypt and embarks on a dangerous adventure, facing treacherous sandstorms and dangerous thieves in her quest to uncover the secrets of the past.Throughout the book, readers are introduced to a cast of colorful characters, including Mary's family and friends, as well as the skilled craftsmen who work in the glass factories. The novel also explores themes of perseverance, determination, and the power of knowledge.Overall, The Story of Glass is a captivating tale that takes readers on a fascinating journey through the history of one of the world's most important materials. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, science, or the art of glass-making.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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