The Genius of Josiah Wedgwood

Synopsis

Historian A.N. Wilson embarks on a deeply personal journey to explore the extraordinary life of Josiah Wedgwood, the self-made 18th-century potter who revolutionized not just ceramics but entire industries. From his humble beginnings in Staffordshire to becoming a founding father of the Industrial Revolution, Wedgwood pioneered modern marketing, championed social justice including the abolition of slavery, and transformed manufacturing forever. Through visits to historic locations and examination of exquisite pottery, Wilson reveals how one man's genius shaped the modern world.

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