This antique book contains a guide on woodwork originally designed for
boys aged around eleven years and upwards. From start to finish, the
tools mentioned and the various jobs described are simple, concise, and
clear. Complete with easy-to-follow instructions and helpful
illustrations, this book is ideal for the absolute beginner and
constitutes a great tool for getting young people interested in
woodworking as a pastime. The chapters of this book include: 'Personal
Bookcase', 'Scale Model of a Garage', 'A Bedside of Chair-side Table',
'A Brick-Maker's Mould', 'A Homework Desk', 'A Stool', 'A Display
Cabinet', 'Truck and Bricks', 'A Toboggan', 'Shelves', 'A Coffee Table',
'Sectional Book Cases and Cupboards'. This book has been elected for
modern republication due to its timeless educational value, and we are
proud to republish it here complete with a new introduction on
woodworking.