A Splintered History of Wood: Belt Sander Races, Blind Woodworkers, and Baseball Bats
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| Rating | : | 4.51 (731 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0061373567 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 432 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-12-31 |
| Language | : | English |
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In doing so, Carlsen also uncovers the wide variety of personalities that work with wood every day, from the chainsaw artist appropriately named the Wild Mountain Man to the blind cabinetmaker who can see things with his fingers that you may not see with your eyes. He uncovers places where wood golf clubs are still manufactured today; explains which type of wood is best for a baseball bat; takes readers through the painstaking process used to make the beautiful Stradivarius violins and Steinway grand pianos; he also demonstrates how the gondola is a floating work of efficiency and ergonomic art. . <
In the successful tradition of books such as Salt and Cod, writer and carpenter Spike Carlsen explores the history, versatility, and special appeal of something we use everyday—but take for granted—in this comprehensive and dynamic history of wood’s global impact and its personal significance to people in all walks of life.. A Splintered History of Wood is a passionate and personal exploration of nature’s greatest gift: wood
LOADS of fun, and really you don't need to be a woodworker to appreciate it Esther Schindler This book has been a big hit at the Schindler bitranch, and we've already given a copy as a gift. If you are (or know) someone who enjoys woodworking in any form, this is a no-brainer. Save the time spent reading this review and just click on the Order This button now.However, don't imagine that this book is interesting . Great look into the world of wood HobbyGuy This book shows a side of wood most of us take for granted, or never even knew existed. The way Spike Carlsen covers the history, science and industrial uses of wood is not so detailed and dry that its mind numming, but rather gives a broader view of things most will be be able to understand to appreciate the wide versat. This is really an informative, fun book. There's a tremendous number of interesting facts in this book. They were presented with so many fun examples and unique expressions that it was really hard to put the book down. I work in the lumber industry and after I finished reading it,I loaned my copy to my boss with glowing comments and recommended that we buy seve