The Boone Blacksmithing Legacy

One of the most fascinating legacies in American history is that of the famous pioneer, Daniel Boone and the entire Boone family. Daniel Boone, the seventh, likes to say he walks in the footsteps of giants. And indeed he does. This book tells the story and history of the Boone blacksmiths - beginning centuries ago, continuing with Daniel Boone VII, and his sons Tom and Mike Smyth Boone. In addition to the insightful history and detailed photos, included here are instructions on Making Dragons as done by Daniel Boone VII and a photo gallery of some of Dan's other work. Tom Boone gives detailed instructions on how to make a fireplace set; and Mike Smyth Boone offers us insight on finding and sharing inspiration through blacksmithing and ironwork.

Don Plummer began writing management books and developing training programs as an independent consultant to the information technology sector of American business. An avid interest in blacksmithing and metalworking led him to begin writing on this subject as well. He has subsequently been an editor for several regional blacksmithing associations and written articles for national and local periodicals. His books on this subject have focused on relevant private collections and individual artists and include Boone Wrought Iron, Colonial Wrought Iron - the Sorber Collection, Christopher T. Ray - An Artist and Sculptor of the Wissahickon Valley and Anvils Through the Ages.