Lives of the Great Makers (Victoria & Albert Museum): 500 Years of ExcellenceA series of fascinating, well illustrated biographies that offer insights into the women and men whose work in the applied arts represents the very pinnacle of their craft. This fascinating, richly illustrated anthology of the lives and careers of some of the most accomplished craftspeople represented in the V&As collection celebrates the pinnacle of creative accomplishment. Their pioneering designs, techniques, and aesthetic flair resulted in