This volume surveys outsanding ceramics produced in various parts of the world in the last few years. It presents the work of about 260 artists and includes color illustrations, artistic statements, and a brief biography. An introductory essay outlines the historical context of the pieces. The nine thematic chapters discuss how materials speak, color versus monochrome, expression through fire, architecture and installation, objects and non-objects, man and beast, symbolism and narrative, survival of traditions, and walls, tiles and mosaics. Peterson is a practicing ceramicist who has exhibited widely and has been involved in the ceramics departments of many universities. The book is oversize: 9.75x11.25<">. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
