The Encyclopedia of Wood: A Tree-By-Tree Guide to the World's Most Versatile Resource

Lincoln, William, et al.

ISBN 10: 0816021597 / ISBN 13: 9780816021598

Published by Facts on File, Oxford, 1989

About this Item

191, illus. (some in color), glossary, index, DJ worn and soiled, tear in top front DJ. Foreword by John Makepeace. Provides coverage of more than 1500 varieties of wood throughout the world, divided into three major sections for easy access to information: discussing tree biology, preparing wood for use, and diverse types of wood.

Seller Inventory # 41508

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Encyclopedia of Wood: A Tree-By-Tree Guide to the World's Most Versatile Resource
• Publisher: Facts on File, Oxford
• Publication Date: 1989
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0816021597
• ISBN 13: 9780816021598
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: David Kemp & Kevin Maddison
• Edition: First Edition. First Printing.
• Condition: good, fair

About this title

Synopsis

The most detailed and comprehensive reference of its kind, The Encyclopedia of Wood is the first source book to reflect the full significance of wood as our most versatile and enduring natural resource. More than 400 illustrations. Full color.

About the Author

Aidan Walker spent 10 years as a professional carpenter, joiner, and cabinetmaker, after which he became editor of Woodworker magazine, the U.K.'s leading journal of woodworking craft and design. He is now a freelance writer on wood and furniture-related topics. Bill Lincoln has spent 30 years in the wood trade. He is the author of The Art and Practice of Marquetry and The Complete Manual of Wood Veneering. Luke Hughes studied Chinese and tooka degree in the history of art. He then switched to law before deciding to commit himself to woodwork. He now produces classically influenced furniture for such prestigious London stores as Liberty's and the Conran Shop. Lucinda Leech is a well-established furniture designer.