Copper is one of the most important of the seven metals mentioned by ancient historians. It was known probably before the time of Tubal Cain, who was well acquainted with its uses and an educator of workers in brass and iron.
This book is an entire coppersmithing apprenticeship in text form. Every technique and product is preserved in this work from simple stew pots, to a beautiful tea kettle, and even boiler and pipe work for steam engines.
If you an interest in the knowledge and technique necessary to take sheet metal and transform them into something that is elaborate and beautiful then this is the book for you.