SGDby A.I. Miklashevsky: A classic Soviet practical manual for workshops and vocational schools.
Community-curated lists often include downloadable PDFs of books by authors like Poverin, Kamyneva, and Kudryavtsev.
Most "must-read" pottery books structure their learning around these core stages: Modern Pottery Manufacture : Bose H. N. - Internet Archive
Provides curated lists of the "10 best books" for beginners, including titles on sculpting animals and figurines.
by Dolors Ros: A translated guide that is highly popular in digital libraries for its comprehensive technical coverage. Free Resources and Digital Libraries
Features full manuals such as Anna Dudnichenko's guide, though a subscription may be required after a free trial.
Many foundational texts are available as free downloads or for online viewing through educational and community platforms: