Having studied shodo for more than 10 years, I felt very lucky to find this book in a bookshop back in 1998.

Where English sources are very scarce, this book provided me everything from how to handle the brush to the aesthetics.

Mr. Reed takes the subject in its broadest form and with use of many black&white pictures he succesfully explains the "Way of Brush Writing".

It is a must for the practitioner, and as well for those who are interested in Japanese culture. I think those who are intested in Chinese painting and Sumi-e will like it too.

I would buy this book for the photography alone. However, the projects are set forth in a clear and understandable manner. I was especially glad to have the materials translated from British to American. Even so, I have had difficulty finding epoxy putty. Brand names would be so helpful. Many of the natural materials used are not available here in deep south Texas, but I find that the techniques presented can be applied to our local flora. After all, mesquite is every bit as twisty as alder. An inspiring book, and the results are NOT tacky.

I read this book when it was first published in 1987, when Greenberg Publishing Company was well known for its books on the history and operation of toy electric trains in the United States and before its acquisition by Kalmbach Publishing, known for its high quality magazines such as Model Railroader, Classic Toy Trains, and Trains. The book provided an informative, detailed history of Williams Electric Trains, known earlier as Williams Reproductions, Ltd., established in 1971 to make reproductions of old, collectible toy trains which were no longer easy to come by.

The book, of course, is no longer a complete history of Williams Electric Trains, for it predates the company's more recent history as a marketer of modern O-gauge electric trains (i.e., models in a scale of 1:48 operating on 3-rail track and being compatible with Lionel, K-Line, MTH, Weaver, and similar brands). However, the book may now be more significant than ever, for it provides the historical background not only for the Williams Electric Trains company but also for the MTH Electric Trains company, one of the largest and most successful marketers of toy electric trains in the United States today, a formidable competitor of the venerable Lionel company.

You see, one of Jerry Williams' earliest employees was a high school student named Mike Wolf. Employment at Williams Reproductions, Ltd. in the early 1970's gave Wolf his start in the toy electric train business, and several pages of this book deal with Wolf and another youthful employee, Andy Edleman. Wolf went on to found Mike's Train House, which has evolved into MTH Electric Trains. And Edleman? He is now the Vice President - Marketing at MTH Electric Trains.

Even though it is now 13 years old, The Story of Williams Electric Trains is required reading as "Chapter 1" in the history of not one but two of today's successful toy train marketers in the U.S. Any student of the domestic toy market, of the history of modern-day toys, of electric trains in general, or of the Williams or MTH electric train companies should have this book in his library. Married with the brand new book A Toy Train Story, the Remarkable History of M.T.H. Electric Trains, Hubbard's work on Williams will give a fascinating picture into the background of an intriguing and exciting hobby that has enthralled children and adults of all ages for over a century.

This book begins with a review of some basic silk ribbon embroidery stitches, as well as instructions for fused applique (something I never tried with silk ribbon embroidery before)and dimensional ribbon applique. The designs in the book include something for everyone, from flowers to fruit to pigs and clowns. There is a holiday section which includes an extensive collection of Christmas designs, as well as a couple of designs for Halloween and Easter. If you're thinking of trying this craft and don't know where to start, try this book.

Professor William Coaldrake is a lecturer in University of Melbourne Australia, one of the best architecture school in the world. Born in Japan, he has studies and investigated to great length about Japanese traditional architecture, and had participated in rebuilding projects in Japan. He also appears in a Discovery Channel documentary about the Japanese Samurai and Castles. In this book, you will learn the unique process of traditional architecture, the carpenters, and their tools and buildings. A great read for anthropologists, historians, architects and the general public who wants to discover the unique traditions in Japanese architecture.

This hilarious book brought me back to my feelings of teachers when I was a young boy in school. Now, as a future teacher, I can revisit my thoughts of teachers and see them from a child's point of view. This book is a must for teachers or parents!

William Morris' Artifacts/Glass is inspiring, impressive, and visionary whether you are interested in glass or just interested in fine art. The photographs of Morris' work are beautiful, and the photographs of Morris' working on glass are just as beautiful! He's as nice a man as he is talented and creative, an inspired artist and thoughtful person. You won't regret having this glass art book in your collection of fine art books.

I've done my research before purchasing this book and I LOVE it. This book is for home decorating purpose. Projects includes napkin ring, window covering, wall hangers, lantern and more. There are projects for every skill levels. This book is great because all projects have actual pictures and written step by step instructions along with a list of material you need for each project. The authur also provides a list of tools and how you can use them to achieve a specific wire bending tasks. Some of the tools you already have in your kitchen or in your garage; all I purchased is a pair of round nose piler($3), flat nose piler($3), beads from local craft outlet and wire cutter($7),steel wire($1.99/spool that will last you many project) from home depot to start my first project. This is a very clearly written book according to me that I have no previous experience in wire crafting. I did came across some parts of instructions that aren't clear to me but I manage to figure them out. Keep in mind that all the instructional books are written in someone else's perspective even a well written book like this require some effort from the readers to interpret the message that the authur tries to communicate. One minor problem is that the authur uses milimeter to indicate the diameter or the thickness of the wire instead of gauges which is most commonly used. You can find a converting table from your local craft store it will be handy when ordering the wire online or in hardware store.
The most challenge part is learning how to use the round nose piler and other tools to manipulate wires that will need some patience and practice to master depending on how well your hand motor skills.

I was very pleased, to find this book! i searched very long to find a book, where I could learn the basics of woodworking. I like the clear pictures which discribe exactly each part of machines you need. i just ate the book and I enjoyed that the editors marked the stuff which you really need and not much else! for me as a young woman without to much nowledge about wood it was just a very good book to have. it is very good made and I wished we would have such a book in german!

This beautiful, large-format book showcases dozens of this legendary naval architect's best designs. The vessels include racing and cruising sailboats, some remarkable large motor sailers, high-speed motor boats, able trawlers, and even a 151' steam coastal crusiser. Each chapter focuses on one vessel, with Mr. Garden's unique perspective and extremely humorous comments accompanying the line drawings. Had William Garden not chosen naval architecture, he easily could have been a successful writer or artist. Boat owners will find themselves grinning as they read, and those who hope to custom build their yachts could do no better than listen to the man responsible for so many classic yachts.