By R. Bruce Hoadley
The first edition of Understanding Wood was published in 1980 and has since sold more than 130,000 copies. It is widely held as a definitive reference work and the cornerstone of every woodworker's library. Now, Bruce Hoadley's comprehensive guide to wood technology has been revised and updated in this 20th-anniversary edition of a classic.
New information on composite materials, adhesives, and finishes brings this book into the 21st century, while more than 300 photographs bring important visual information to life. This edition covers the nature of wood and its properties, the basics of wood technology, and the woodworker's raw materials. Understanding Wood was written for woodworkers by a scientist with a love of woodworking. It will be sought after by craftsmen and collectors alike. "The truly serious woodworker needs a knowledge of his material and the best place to get it is in Bruce Hoadley's Understanding Wood. "
--UPI, WIRE, Chicago Sun-Times

A collection of 41 articles from Fine Woodworking magazine. A quality guide about the nature of wood, and how to obtain it, dry it and use it, as well as info on how to design for shrinking and swelling. This book is a great reference for fundamental information about wood. Includes many photographs and illustrations.
106 pages, soft cover.

Sit back at your computer for a discovery tour of the world's most fascinating wood species. It's all possible with these compact discs. You'll have actual sized photographs, maps, on-line tutorials, sourcing information, USDA kiln drying schedules, tables, graphs and more.

By: Rick Peters
''...a good job of helping readers understand the factors that must be considered when using wood...Peters offers a colorful book geared toward hobbyist woodworkers....covers the process of making lumber from start to finish, including how trees grow, their structure, common ways of milling and drying lumber, grading, and possible defects...One section shows wood samples (both finished and plain) and describes their basic working characteristics....particularly attractive...filled with colorful photographs and illustrations...includes both a glossary and an excellent appendix...will likely stand the test of time...General public library collections will get more use from Peter's titleà''--Library Journal.
192 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 10.