Handwork In Wood... by Nabu Press $26.75
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the...

Woodworking Basics: Mastering the Essentials of Craftsmanship by Taunton Press $19.95
Based on a two-week course in woodworking fundamentals offered at the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship in Camden, Maine, this book takes a traditional approach to teaching, with the idea that learning basic skills is essential to craftsmanship. In the process, the book covers all the bases--from working with hand tools to cutting dovetails. Includes two complete projects: a bench and a small...

Woodwork Joints, How They Are Set Out, How Made and Where Used [Illustrated] by VolumesOfValue
This edition features • illustrations • a linked Table of Contents and linked IndexCONTENTS The Glued Joint The Halved Joint The Bridle Joint The Tongued and Grooved Joint The Mortise and Tenon Joint The Dowelling Joint The Scarf Joint The Hinged Joint Shutting Joints The Dovetail Joint Dovetail Grooving The Mitred Joint Joints for Curved Work Miscellaneous Joints Puzzle Joints Index

Shelves Cabinets & Bookcases by Fine Woodworking $19.95
Everyone needs more storage for books and other media. That's why building shelving is so popular among woodworkers, whether the project is a simple shelved built-in or a high-style bookcase. While building a basic box is fairly easy, constructing a stylish piece that that will hold substantial weight takes some design savvy. In this collection of recent articles from "Fine Woodworking "and" Fine...

The Beginner's Handbook of Woodcarving: With Project Patterns for Line Carving, Relief Carving, Carving in the Round, and Bird Carving by Dover Publications $10.95
In this wonderful resource for both novice and veteran carvers, two masters of the craft present detailed instructions and illustrations on how to confidently carve animals, flowers, figures, and more. The authors also include handy tips on tools, techniques, painting, finishing, and even how to exhibit finished pieces. "An excellent book for all carvers." — The Mallet.

The Complete Manual of Woodworking by Knopf $26.95
With more than 1,800 drawings, diagrams and photos, this authoritative guide encompasses the whole art and craft of woodworking. Designed to instruct and inspire every woodworker from the beginner to the most exacting expert, it has become a classic. It includes a discussion of all the principal hardwoods and softwoods, how to choose and use hand tools, detailed information on every woodworking...

Joint Book by Chartwell Books, Inc. $14.99
The Joint Book is the ultimate workshop reference, giving woodworkers all the knowledge they need to choose the right joint for the job. It also features step-by-step, illustrated instructions for making over 70 joints, including mortise and tenon joints, dovetails, miters and more. In short, it covers every basic joint in every joint family--including a range of joint variations and helpful jigs.

A Course in Wood Turning by General Books LLC $14.14
The book has no illustrations or index. Purchasers are entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Subjects: Turning (Lathe work); Woodwork;

Workbenches: From Design And Theory To Construction And Use (Popular Woodworking) by Popular Woodworking Books $29.99
Two Centuries of Workbench Wisdom in One Book! With this book, your very first workbench will do everything you need it to do—possibly for the rest of your woodworking career! Encompassing years of historical research and real-world trials, Christopher Schwarz boils down centuries of the history and engineering of workbenches into basic ideas that all woodworkers can use. Learn how to design...

Woodworking Tools 1600 - 1900 by Timeless Classic Books $9.95
This history of woodworking hand tools from the 17th to the 20th century is one of a very gradual evolution of tools through generations of craftsmen. As a result, the sources of changes in design are almost impossible to ascertain. Published sources, moreover, have been concerned primarily with the object shaped by the tool rather than the tool itself. The resulting scarcity of information is...