This is a delightful book about the notion of
working wood, not machining it. In other words, minimizing the use of power tools so as to have more fun building with wood. Half the book describes hand woodworking tools, importantly within the context of how Mr Tolpin's shop is set up. So there's a feeling of reality and relevance. Even for someone with a bit of experience, this section is interesting reading.
The other half of the book describes in detail how to build several woodworking jigs -- appliances that make it easier to work effectively and efficiently. If only every author of a woodworking projects book would be as thorough, complete and clear in their explanation as Mr Tolpin is! I am eager to build some of his jigs.
Everything about this book was fun.
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