Fine Art of Cabinetmaking

The Fine Art of Cabinetmaking is for amateurs in the true sense of the word--those who love the material and the work of their craft more than anything else about it. Unique in woodworking literature, this books emphasizes the whys underlying the how-tos. Here woodworkers will find not only information about some of the more important aspects of the craft, but also reminders about the attitudes that make such information usable in a personal way. In his own highly individual style, James Krenov covers a broad spectrum of subjects, including choosing wood, setting up a workshop, workbenches, making wooden planes, coopering, doweling, and dovetailing, frame-and-panel work, details such as drawer latches, hinges, and handles, and the use of hand and power tools. Intended to encourage enthusiasts at every level.