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Wood & Woodworking
Browse Martin J. Donnelly reference books by topic, trade, collecting category, and historical interest.
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The Woodwright’s Shop
- Expertly Written by Master Woodworker Roy Underhill
- Step-by-Step Instructions For an Array of Projects
- Great Source of Information for Any Woodworker
$22.50
Coal Mining
- Complete Explanation on Coal Mining and its Evolution
- Features Numerous Black & White Photographs and Detailed Diagrams
- Written by an Expert on the Topic
$8.95
Turn A Bowl
- Makes the Seemingly Difficult Tast of Turning a Bowl Easy
- Step-by-Step Photo Essays Detail Every Part of the Process
- Allows Even the Beginner to Get Great Results the First Time Around
$19.95
Creating Ponds, Brooks, and Pools: Water in the Garden
- Provides Helpful Planning Detials, Expert Advice, etc.
- Over 150 Brilliant Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 160 PGS.
$29.95
Modeling Military Miniatures with Kim Jones
- Covers All the Tools, Tips, & Techniques
- 250 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95
Old House Measured and Scaled Detail Drawings for Builders and Carpent
- Unabridged and Unaltered Reprint of the Rare 1911 Publication
- Features Countless Vintage, Authentic Measured & Scaled Drawings
- Covers Every Conceivable Architectural Feature: Framing, Window Seats..etc
$16.96
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
The Victorian Ironmonger
- Illustrated History of the Victorian Ironmonger
- Covers the Purchase of Goods, Keeping Account, Credit, and Many More
- Features Countless Vintage Black & White Photos
$8.95
Navajo Weaving Today
- Covers Navajo Weaing in its Present Form
- Includes 172 Color Photos
- Features Styles of Burntwater, Wide Ruins, Crystal, etc.
$12.95
Practical Design: Solutions and Strategies
This book brings together the best material on design from some of the most successful amateur and professional woodworkers in North America. They speak from their many years of experience, offering advice, approaches, solutions, and strategies for making a full range of furniture types and styles. A collection of Articles from the last six years…
$17.95
Woodworking Techniques: Essentials of Woodworking
- Compilation of the Best Article on Woodworking Techniques
- Learn to Assemble, Decorate & Complete Fine Furniture
- The "Meat and Potatoes" of Woodworking How-To
$17.95
Old Trolleybuses
- Traces the Fascinating History of the Trolleybus
- Numerous Black & White Photos Depict the Wide Array of Trolleybuses
- Details the Current Situation of the Trolleybus Today
$8.95
Building Stone Walls
- All You Need to Know For Building Stone Walls
- Clear and Concise Instructions and Drawings
- Thoroughly Covers All Aspects of the Topic
$11.95
Garden Projects for the Backyard Carpenter
- Contains Over 30 Projects and Ideas!
- 438 Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 112 PGS.
$19.95
Geometric Design in Weaving
- Great for Weavers of All Levels
- 45 Color & 205 Black & White Photos, 102 Diagrams & Drafts
- 8 1/2" x 11", 222 PGS.
$29.95
Carving Architectural Detail in Wood; The Classic Tradition
- Thorough Primer for Woodcarvers Dealing with Classical Ornament
- Illustrates the Carving Process with Step-by-Step in Full-Color
- Features an Extensive Selection of Projects & an Invaluable Glossary
$19.95
The Tinsmith’s Helper and Pattern Book
- Practical Information for the Metalworker
- Patterns, Formulas and Handy Advice
- 1910 Revision of the 1879 Edition
$14.50
Ship’s Figureheads
- Well Documented Description of Evolution of Ship's Figurehead
- Includes 100+ Illustrations and 32 Pages of Full Color Photos
- Must-Read for any Nautical Enthusiast
$24.95
The Blacksmith; Ironworker and Farrier
- Filled with Absorbing Information & Numerous Detailed Illustrations
- In-Depth Look at the Tools & Technique of the Blacksmith
- Covers Wrought Iron, the Blacksmith Shops, Forge Fire, etc.
$16.95
Bench Planes Video Tape
- Techniques & Traditions of Classic Bench Planes
- Includes Tuning, Sharpening & Use
- Great Advice from a Woodworking Guru
$24.95
The Weekend Genealogist
- The Fast Track to Genealogical Research
- Top Tricks and Tips to Researching Your Family Tree
- Written by a Prominent Genealogy Expert and Lecturer
$18.99
Gertrude Jekyll
- Informative Work on the Life & Times of Master Gardener Gertrude Jekyll
- Features Countless Beautiful Black & White Photos
- Details Her Many Great Accomplishments & Contributions to Gardening
$10.95