Woodworker's Guide to Joinery (Back to Basics)

Book excerpt: With a focus on the intricate art of joinery, this instructional handbook lays the foundation for a skill that all woodworkers need. Whether making a simple tabletop or an ornate chest, strong joints give items remarkable longevity and an attractive design in addition to showcasing true attention to craftsmanship. Woodworkers will learn how to master the various families of joinery-from the most basic butt joints to half-blind dovetails, tongue-and-groove joints, and beyond. The clear illustrations, comprehensive details, and compact size make this an ideal shop companion for all woodworkers. Author Bio: John Kelsey is a journalist, an editor, and a writer specializing in woodworking and furniture making. He is a former editor in chief of Fine Woodworking magazine and a publisher of woodworking and home building books at the Taunton Press. He is the author of several woodworking books, including Furniture Projects for the Deck and Lawn and Kid Crafts: Woodworking and works as the editorial director for Fox Chapel Publishing. He lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.