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Browse Martin J. Donnelly reference books by topic, trade, collecting category, and historical interest.
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Stonework Techniques & Projects
- Everything From Materials Selection to Final Finish
- Steps, Walls, Waterfalls, Bridges, Seats and More
- Illustrated With Excellent Photographs and Line Drawings
$18.95
A History Of Engraving & Etching
- Most Complete History of Etching and Engraving Ever Written
- 111 Outstanding Illustrations by Scores of Artists
- Covers Every Aspect of the Twin Arts in Great Detail
$20.95
Professional Smithing
- Toolmaking & Ironwork
- With 257 Illustrations
- For the Working Smith or the Collector
$24.95
Gas, Gasoline, And Oil-engines
- Complete and Practical Study of Gas, Gasoline, and Oil-Engines
- Includes 412 Outstanding Engravings and a Carefully Revised List of US Pate
- Great for Anyone with a Mechanical Interest
$20.95
Turning Wood
- Features New Techniques & Updated Information
- Covers Choosing Tools, Sharpening, Basic Techniques, and More
- Filled with Stunning Color Photos & Helpful Diagrams
$24.95
Collectible Blowtorches
- Only Reference You Will Need on the Topic
- Beautifully Illustrated with 296 Full-Color Photographs
- Contains All the Info: Maker, Age, Usage, Value, Finding & Restoring…etc.
$29.95
Farm Motors
- Presents the Origins and Mechanical Principles of Farm Motors
- Accessible and Fully Illustrated Tutorial on Energy and its Sources
- Contains Clear Explanations of Most Types of Farm Motors
$12.95
Shaker Textile Arts
- Definitive work on Shaker Textile Arts
- Covers: the Shakers, Household Textiles, Clothing, Fancy Work, etc.
- Filled with Dozens of Illustrations and Period Photos
$29.95
Tom Wolfes Treasury of Patterns
- Features 90 Patterns for Dog Carvers
- 275 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$9.95
The Shaker Legacy: Perspectives of an Enduring Tradition
- The History and Style of the Shaker Tradition
- An Exploration of the Shaker Way of Life
- Illustrated With Great Photographs of Shaker Furniture
$40.00
Arts & Crafts Designs for the Home
- In-Depth Look at the Arts & Crafts Movement
- Large Representations of the Decorative Arts, With a Focus on Furniture
- Each Item Illustrated in Color & Carefully Described With Values
$59.95
More Twig Mosaic Furniture
- Features Fully Illustrated Steps & Clear Instruction
- 200 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95
Jewelry: Fundamentals Of Metalsmithing
- Covers Every Aspect of Jewelry Making and Includes Appendices
- Superbly Illustrated With Color Photos
- Essential for Any Jewelry Enthusiast
$29.99
Creative Bookbinding
- Fully Explains the Techniques Needed to Bind your Own Books
- Comprehensive, Profusely Illustrated Guide
- Includes Indispensable Chapter on the Preservation and Repair of Old Books
$22.95
The Art of Coppersmithing
- A Treatise on Working Sheet Copper into all Forms
- Illustrated With Period Engravings
- Filled With Information on this Nearly Lost Art
$27.95
Copper Work; An Illustrated Text Book for Teachers and Students in the Manu
- Illustrated Text Book for Those Interested in the Art of Copper Work
- Contains Many Carefully Explained Projects and Full of Helpful Illustration
- All You Need to Get Started in this Fascinating Field
$8.95
Turning & Mechanical Manipulation Vol II
- "A Remarkable Achievement" – 2nd Volume of a 5 Volume Set
- Covers the Construction, Action & Application of Cutting Tools
- Features 700+ Detailed Illustrations and Diagrams
$22.95
Classic Sailing-Ship Models in Photographs
- The Greatest Ship Models of the Last 500 Years
- Accompanied by Historical Commentary
- Illustrated with Superbly Detailed Photos & Line Drawings
$24.95
Decorative Leadwork
- All About the Timeless and Beautiful Unsung Craft Tradition
- Features Countless Clear Black & White Photos of Beautiful Examples
- Covers Ancient Leadwork, Artifacts & Statues, Ornate Cisterns, & More
$8.95
Masterpieces Of Shaker Furniture
- Examines In-Depth the Distinctive Quality of Shaker Craftsmanship
- Includes 83 Photos of Shaker Furniture – Chairs, Rockers, Desks, and More
- Features 3 Informative Articles on Shaker Life
$13.95
Discovering American Folklife
- Selection of Essays Which Capture the Essence of Folk Culture
- Essays Include: Folk Religion, Folk Medicine, Witches in Adams County, etc
- Filled with Illustrations and Period Photos
$16.95
Carving Miniature Carousel Animals with Dale Power
- Covers Carving, Wood Burning, Painting & Mounting
- 267 Color Photos, 12 Patterns For 8 Animals
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95
Understanding Wood A Craftsman’s Guide to Wood Technology
- An Inside Look at the Properties of Wood
- The How and Why of Wood for the Inquiring Craftsman
- Filled With Great Photos, Diagrams and Illustrations
$34.95