The Complete Book of Woodworking and Cabinetmaking

Reston, VA: Reston Publishing Co Inc, 1977. 1st Pbk Ed 1st Pr. Slight edge wear, content excellent. Paperback. 8vo. 170 Pgs.. Nr Fine. The Complete Book of Woodworking and Cabinetmaking by Byron W Maguire. Published by Reston Publishing Co Inc, Reston, VA, 1977. 1st Paperback Edition 1st Printing. Paperback. No DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. Slight edge wear, content excellent. 403 Pgs. ISBN 0879091533. LCCN 73-22158. This book is divided into 5 units that examine parts of the woodworking field. Unit I explains, and attempts to develop an interest in, the shapes, styles, and characteristics of furniture and cabinetry. Unit II develops methods of making individual cabinet joints in a variety of ways so that those who have only hand tools can make the joints. Unit III details and illustrates how to combine the usual joints into combination joints that ultimately go into many cabinets. Unit IV presents a methodology for cabinet construction. Unit V is a gathering of reference data that should prove very useful. A short chapter on fine woods is presented, followed by an appendix containing tables showing screws, nails, plywood, and other common building needs, and by a glossary of terms. Illustrated with drawings and photographs. Description text copyright 2006 BooksForComfort. Item ID 12410.