With the recent discovery of a mass of archival material relating to T.G. Hawkes and Co., the author has been able to research business practices in the glass industry in more detail than ever before, providing us with this authoritative look at the late 19th century and early 20th century glass industry in Corning, New York. It goes into great detail on the workings of the industry including labor relations, special orders for the White House, sources of blanks, and more. Also included are 512 detailed illustrations, advertising reprints, old documents, and 80 color plates, making this wonderful book of special interest to collector’s and fans of cut glass.