The Mitchell Beazley Illustrated Encyclopaedia Of Working In Wood: Tools, Methods, Materials, Classic Constructions
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
For the craftsman who demands both artistry and precision, The Mitchell Beazley Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Working in Wood stands as the definitive reference for woodworking mastery. Ernest Scott presents a comprehensive and authoritative guide that chronicles every facet of the woodworker's craft, from the selection and understanding of raw materials to the application of hand tools, power equipment, and time-honoured techniques. The volume details classic constructions with meticulous clarity, instructing readers through joinery, finishing, and structural principles with the thoroughness of a seasoned workshop master. Hundreds of detailed illustrations illuminate each method, making complex processes accessible to both the dedicated amateur and the seasoned professional alike. Scott's encyclopaedic work argues that woodworking is as much an intellectual pursuit as a physical one, grounding each technique in a deep understanding of wood's natural properties and behaviour. The book's structured, systematic approach mirrors the discipline of the craft itself, ensuring that knowledge builds progressively from fundamental principles to advanced construction methods. A timeless addition to any craftsperson's library, it raises the enduring question: what masterpiece lies waiting in the next plank of timber?
Author: Ernest Scott
Format: Hardback
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
For the craftsman who demands both artistry and precision, The Mitchell Beazley Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Working in Wood stands as the definitive reference for woodworking mastery. Ernest Scott presents a comprehensive and authoritative guide that chronicles every facet of the woodworker's craft, from the selection and understanding of raw materials to the application of hand tools, power equipment, and time-honoured techniques. The volume details classic constructions with meticulous clarity, instructing readers through joinery, finishing, and structural principles with the thoroughness of a seasoned workshop master. Hundreds of detailed illustrations illuminate each method, making complex processes accessible to both the dedicated amateur and the seasoned professional alike. Scott's encyclopaedic work argues that woodworking is as much an intellectual pursuit as a physical one, grounding each technique in a deep understanding of wood's natural properties and behaviour. The book's structured, systematic approach mirrors the discipline of the craft itself, ensuring that knowledge builds progressively from fundamental principles to advanced construction methods. A timeless addition to any craftsperson's library, it raises the enduring question: what masterpiece lies waiting in the next plank of timber?