It's been the number-one book on the subject for most of the 20th century, with the latest information on furniture tools, techniques, and processes-- all plentifully illustrated. Covers hundreds of subjects, from woods and veneering to almost every joining operation. " A workshop without this encyclopedia is missing a tool as necessary as the saw." -- "Country Journal." " An invaluable reference." -- "Booklist."

Ernest Joyce, Revised & Expanded by Alan Peters, Technical Consultant, Patrick Spielman It's been the number-one book on the subject for most of the 20th century; the encyclopedia with the latest information on the tools, techniques, and processes. This thorough...edition introduces furniture construction, design, and restoration. Choice color photographs accent...abundant black-and-white photographs and drawings...an invaluable reference. -- Booklist.