First published in 1916, this volume contains a classic guide to carpentry, including chapters on everything from the fundamental principles to useful formulas and how to apply them to practical work. Carpentry refers to the skilled trade in which the primary work performed is the cutting, shaping and installation of wood. Profusely illustrated and easy-to-digest, this volume is perfect for apprentices and those looking for an introduction to the subject, and it would make for a handy reference book for more experienced carpenters. Contents include: "Foundations" ...

This book contains an introductory guide to woodworking, originally designed for use in schools and proudly republished here as a handbook for modern students of carpentry. Comprehensive yet concise and easy-to-digest, this book will be of much value to the novice woodworker and to those looking to embrace woodworking as an avocation. The chapters of this book include: 'Laying-out Tools – Their Uses'; 'Saws'; 'Planes'; 'Boring Tools – Boring'; 'Chisels and Chiselling'; 'Form Work – Modelling'; 'Laying Out Duplicate Parts – Scraping ...

Essentials of Woodworking: A Textbook for Schools (1915) is a comprehensive guide to woodworking written by Ira Samuel Griffith. The book covers a wide range of topics related to woodworking, including the properties of wood, tools and their uses, joinery techniques, finishing, and more. It is designed to be used as a textbook for students learning woodworking, but it is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in the craft. The book is filled with detailed illustrations and diagrams that help to explain the techniques and concepts covered in the text. ...