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Make A Chair From A Tree : An Introduction To Working Green Wood,Used
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When a tree is felled, the wood is green and is easy to cut, split, shave and shape. As it dries, the wood shrinks and hardensQand it becomes vastly more difficult to work. In the old days, woodworkers relied on the ease with which green wood could be worked to make the parts they needed, and on the way wood shrinks to hold these parts together. These old ways have almost been lost, but are revived here for the modern woodworker. Make a Chair From a Tree is a lively and informative introduction to the old ways of splitting and shaping wood straight from the tree to make a light and beautiful, yet rugged, chair. Author John Alexander presents a complete guide to making this elegantly simple chair. He tells you how to fell a tree, split suitable pieces from it and shape those pieces into the parts of the chair, how to finish it, and how to weave a bark seat. Each step is carefully described and thoroughly illustrated with drawings and photographs.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Make A Chair From A Tree'? A: The book focuses on traditional techniques for working with green wood to create a chair, guiding readers through the process of felling a tree, shaping the wood, and assembling the chair.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is John D. Alexander, who provides detailed instructions and illustrations for creating a chair from green wood.
- Q: What materials do I need to build the chair described in the book? A: You'll primarily need a freshly felled tree and basic woodworking tools such as a saw, axe, and chisels to shape the wood.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in woodworking? A: Yes, 'Make A Chair From A Tree' is designed as an introduction to working with green wood, making it accessible for beginners.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 125 pages, providing comprehensive guidance and illustrations.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The book is classified as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show signs of wear but remains functional and readable.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding, making it flexible and easy to handle.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition, First Printing of 'Make A Chair From A Tree'.
- Q: Can I learn how to weave a seat for the chair from this book? A: Yes, the book includes instructions on how to weave a bark seat as part of the chair-making process.
- Q: When was 'Make A Chair From A Tree' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1978.