{"title":"Peter Korn","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the thoughtful and inspiring works of Peter Korn in our dedicated author category. Known for his insightful exploration into the world of craftsmanship, Peter Korn invites readers to ponder the deeper significance of creativity and handiwork in his celebrated book, \u003cem\u003eWhy We Make Things and Why it Matters\u003c\/em\u003e. As you delve into his writing, you will embark on a journey through the arts and culture, gaining a profound understanding of the human desire to create and its impact on both individuals and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKorn's writing isn't just about the process of making things, but rather it extends into philosophical realms, reflecting on the joy, fulfilment, and meaning derived from creative labour. Whether you are a craftsman, an artist, or someone curious about the cultural importance of creation, these works provide ample food for thought and inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Peter Korn's collection and discover the intricate links between art, culture, and human endeavour. His words are not just for the craftsman but for anyone who wishes to find more meaning in both their making and their living.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"why-we-make-things-and-why-it-matters-by-peter-korn-9781784705060","title":"Why We Make Things and Why it Matters","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeartfelt and thought-provoking, an eloquent meditation on the nature of work and craftsmanship and why it matters, more than ever, that we value the process of making things well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy do we make things? Why do we choose the emotionally and physically demanding work of bringing new objects into the world with creativity and skill? Why does it matter that we make things well? What is the nature of work? And what is the nature of a good life?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart memoir, part polemic, part philosophical reflection, this is a book about the process of creation and what it means to be a craftsman in a mass-produced world. For woodworker Peter Korn, the challenging work of bringing something new and meaningful into the world through one's own efforts is exactly what generates authenticity, meaning, and fulfilment, for which many of us yearn. This is not a 'how-to' book in any sense, Korn wants to get at the 'why' of craft in particular, and the satisfaction of creative work in general, to understand its essential nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow does the making of objects shape our identities? How do the products of creative work inform society? In short, what does the process of making things reveal to us about ourselves? Korn draws on four decades of hands-on experience to answer these questions eloquently in this heartfelt, personal and revealing book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhy We Make Things and Why it Matters\u003c\/em\u003e by Peter Korn is an invitation to reflect on the profound impact that the act of creation has on the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gardners Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47140340826348,"sku":"9781784705060","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11665433482823.jpg?v=1766474073"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/peter-korn.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}