Henry William Stiegel: The Life Story Of A Famous American Glass-Maker (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162996653)

Henry William Stiegel: The Life Story Of A Famous American Glass-Maker is a biography of Henry William Stiegel, written by George L. Heiges. Stiegel was a prominent glass-maker in the 18th century who played a significant role in the development of the American glass industry. The book chronicles Stiegel's life, from his early years as a German immigrant to his success as a businessman and glass-maker in Pennsylvania. It explores his personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, as well as his professional accomplishments, such as his founding of the American Flint Glass Manufactory. The book also delves into the historical context of Stiegel's life, including the economic and social conditions of the time, and the impact of the American Revolution on the glass industry. Overall, Henry William Stiegel: The Life Story Of A Famous American Glass-Maker provides a detailed and comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential glass-makers.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.

Author: George L. Heiges
ISBN-10: 116299665X
ISBN-13: 9781162996653
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 130
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.28d