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Ancient Trees
$29.95
Celebrate some of the most beautiful, longest-living organisms on the planet: trees that have survived 1,000 years. Stunning photos capture species ranging from European Oaks and California Redwoods to Africa's “upside-down” Baobabs and Asian Ginkgos. Illuminating and visually striking, this edition of Ancient Trees features new photography and revised text, plus botanical details, the trees' mythical associations, and information on where to see these magnificent plants.
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CELEBRATING BIRCH
$24.95
Subtitle: "The Lore, Art, and Craft of an Ancient Tree." This beautifully illustrated book covers all the aspects of the birch, North Americas most versatile and celebrated tree, from its unlimited uses and craft applications to its place in countless cultural legends. Contains 15 beautiful craft projects. Replete with gorgeous process photos and expert instruction.
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How to Season and Dry Your Own Wood
$24.95
Wood may grow on trees, but its still expensive, especially for fine woodworkers in the market for high-quality lumber. Heres the answer: an experts handbook on finding, processing, seasoning, and drying your own wood. Designed with the independent craftsperson in mind, it focuses on working with small loadsan approach neglected in most other books on this subject. There are tips on sources, as well as on how to select and prepare the wood to bring out the most desired grain patterns. A truly unique resource. Alan Holtham is a woodworker and a journalist who writes extensively on this subject for specialist publications including Woodturning magazine, New Woodworking, The Router and Furniture & Cabinetmaking.
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THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF WOOD
$21.95
The range of detailed information in this book is truly remarkable. Learn about the structure of wood itself, from growth rings to its chemical composition, as well as woods physical and mechanical properties, including everything from elasticity to nuclear radiation. This extensive manual includes a section on stress grading as well as thorough descriptions of which fasteners to use and when. The Encyclopedia of Wood is an essential resource for builders, architects, engineers, and woodworkers.
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UNDERSTANDING TREES
$19.95
Subtitle: "A Guide to Tree Health and Selection in the Central Valley of California." This is the only tree-care book specifically written for California's San Joaquin Valley. The book is packed with useful information and recommendations.