Carpentry for Boys, in Simple Language (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Slough Zerbe

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484032321 ISBN 13: 9780484032322

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Sharpen practical woodworking skills with a clear, hands‑on guide for beginners.

This classic manual teaches boys to handle tools, measure accurately, and design simple, sturdy structures using plain language and plenty of illustrations. It covers the tools, techniques, and steps needed to plan and finish useful projects safely and confidently.

In concrete, progressive sections, you’ll first learn how to hold and use common tools, then move through hollow mortises, tenons, beads, rabbets, and other essential joints. The book blends practical instruction with design and layout ideas, showing how to turn a cabinet, table, or picture frame into a finished article you can be proud of.

• Clear, step‑by‑step guidance on tool use, marking, and cutting
• Tutorials on traditional joints, moldings, and basic carpentry layouts
• Projects and examples from tables to bookcases, frames, and boxes
• Visuals and terms that help you understand design, measurements, and construction

Ideal for readers who want hands‑on skills, steady practice, and a solid introduction to the world of carpentry from a beginner’s perspective.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484032321
• ISBN 13: 9780484032322
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 254