Question for Paul about Books
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Paul,
Do you have any books you would suggest for people looking to make furniture, or just good all round reference books for woodworking with hand tools.
Thanks!
-Canada
Hi Dave,
Made by hand from Tom Fidgen is a nice book.
He shows how to make some nice projects by hand only.
And the Artisan Course from Paul off course.
Lopik - Netherlands
Hi Dave,
I liked
Woodworking Basics: Mastering the Essentials of Craftsmanship by Peter KornI asked Paul a very similar question on his blog several months ago. He recommended Aldren Watson’s books. I now have two: Hand Tools, and Country Furniture. They are both terrific. The line drawings are 1000x better than photographs for visualizing what he’s talking about. I also highly recommend The Essential Woodworker, by Robert Wearing, reprinted by Lost Art Press. Also Illustrated Cabinetmaking, by Bill Hylton. And, of course, Paul’s book and DVD course: Working Wood 1/2.
Just moved to NE Ohio
+ 1 on Paul’s Book along with the others that was mentioned. You can’t go wrong with any of these books.
Steve
Steve Massie, I live in the great State of Florida, US
I still think that Aldren’s book is the best book for me. I love to pick this book up over all others. It has such insights and the drawings encompass so many things you simply cannot get with photographs. He has given us a real legacy of knowledge and a respect for his father who taught him about woodworking.
I am working on new books as I type. Not sure which direction to go just yet. Looking for a good publisher right now and there are several options so I look forward to that in the near future.
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