The Woodworker's Joint Book: The Complete Guide to Wood Joinery - Tapa dura

Getting joints right is essential to mastering good woodworking skills and skilfully made joints are often seen as the hallmark of quality woodcraft. The Woodworker's Joint Book is indispensable for all woodworkers, whether novices or more experienced. Clear, step-by-step instructions are clearly illustrated to guide you through the techniques for making the right joint for every job. All the basic joints in every joint family are featured: mortise and tenon, dovetails, miters and more, and their variations. A coloured bar along the edge of each page featured tips and trade secrets to give your work the expert touch.

Terrie Noll is the former editor of the American magazine Woodwork. She has written numerous articles drawing on 20 years' experience as a furniture designer and maker, and as a purchasing agent for speciality woodworking shops. Prevented from building professionally by a rheumatic illness, she continues to write and design in San Francisco.