Lost Arts

J. M. Drew  
Usually ships in 24 hours Originally published at the turn of the 20th century, this guide covers the essence of the blacksmith's art. Begins with the basics... [read more]

J. Brownlee Davidson,Leon Wilson Chase  
Usually ships in 24 hours Honoring the legacy of American mechanical know-how, this classic guide presents the principles of mechanics as well as step-by-step plans for how... [read more]

Rolfe Cobleigh  
Usually ships in 24 hours Here is a wealth of labor- and money-saving projects, including spill-proof chicken waterers, a lightweight orchard ladder, a small bridge, an easy... [read more]

David Montgomery  
Usually ships in 24 hours Filled with valuable information for hobbyists, survival enthusiasts, family campers and everyone who enjoys outdoor life, Mountainman Crafts and Skills is the... [read more]

David Montgomery  
Usually ships in 24 hours In this fully illustrated guide to wilderness living and survival, the skills and handicrafts of Native Americans developed over hundreds of years... [read more]

D. C. Beard  
Usually ships in 24 hours Caught in the open overnight, or wanting to move to the wilderness? Here is lively, step-by-step tutelage on building all types of... [read more]

Kenneth Kilby  
Usually ships in 24 hours The Cooper and His Trade. The first book on how to make barrels written by an actual cooper. The first part of the... [read more]

Roy Underhill,Rod Underhill  
Usually ships in 24 hours Underhill's wit and charming style is exemplified by this quote about his work: 'How to start with a tree and an axe... [read more]

George A. Martin   First published at the turn of the century, this handy guide contains the most innovative and efficient projects for equipping a small... [read more]

Anonymous   Here are hundreds of homesteading tips, hints and suggestions for the farmer and rural gent. First published in 1884.TABLE OF CONTENTS:1. Workshop... [read more]

J. Brownlee Davidson,Leon Wilson Chase  
Usually ships in 24 hours This complete guide, originally published in 1908, presents the origins and mechanical principles of farm motors of every description. Includes waterwheels, tidal... [read more]

Jack McConnell  
Usually ships in 24 hours First published in 1884, this complete guide presents over 100 devices to simplify the tasks of housekeepers both inside and outside the... [read more]

Joshua Rose   Describing the methods of pattern shop practices of the late 19th century, this book is as useful today as it was then,... [read more]

Here are 24 step-by-step, illustrated projects to help you creatively solve the often daunting problem... [read more]

The popular Danny Proulx provides plans for building toolboxes and workbenches that are both solid... [read more]

The long-awaited treatise on a master's techniques for turning bowls, vessels and spindles. A well-organized... [read more]

Here are three of Taunton's excellent reference volumes that provide overviews as well as details... [read more]