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Woodwork: The English Sloyd (1892)

Woodwork: The English Sloyd (1892)

Barter, S.
Ricks, George

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1436655552
ISBN13: 9781436655552
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 2 2008
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.56
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Woodwork: The English Sloyd is a book written by S. Barter and published in 1892. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of woodworking, with a focus on the English Sloyd method. The English Sloyd method is a system of woodworking that emphasizes the importance of hand tools and the development of manual dexterity. The book covers a wide range of topics related to woodworking, including the selection and care of tools, the properties of wood, and the techniques used to shape and finish wood. The author provides detailed instructions for a variety of woodworking projects, ranging from simple items like tool handles and picture frames to more complex projects like furniture and cabinetry. In addition to the practical aspects of woodworking, the book also explores the philosophical and educational aspects of the English Sloyd method. The author argues that woodworking can be a valuable tool for developing discipline, focus, and creativity in young people, and provides guidance for teachers and parents interested in incorporating woodworking into their educational programs. Overall, Woodwork: The English Sloyd is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of woodworking, particularly those interested in the English Sloyd method. The book provides practical instruction, historical context, and philosophical insight into this important tradition of craftsmanship.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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