This book illustrates the wide scope of English china made from the late eighteenth century through the early twentieth century. The focus is on the decorations found. A number of different methods and types are defined and illustrated. Examples include molded and relief work, hand-painted decoration, luster finishes, overglaze polychrome colors, and underglaze transfer designs. Over 450 color photos representing more than 100 English manufacturers are featured, an current values for each piece are included. AUTHORBIO: Mary Frank Gaston"s study of antiques began during the mid-1960s when she and her husband lived in New England which is so rich in our nation"s history. She has authored many titles, with subjects including Flow Blue China, Blue Willow, English China, Limoges Porcelain, R.S. Prussia, Antique Brass & Copper, Knowles, Taylor & Knowles China, and Art Deco. Most of her books have seen multiple editions and/or volumes, as her books are extremely popular among collectors. REVIEW: In this book author Mary Frank Gaston encompasses English china made form the late eighteenth through the early twentieth centuries. Not surprisingly, she picked the time period that is the focal point of interest for most collectors of true antique china. There are more than 450 full color photos in the book. The subject matter ranges from Chelsea Grape to Wedgwood, with plenty of offerings in between on such china as Majolica, Ironstone, and Staffordshire.