What wood is that? A Manual of Wood Identification

What wood is that? A Manual of Wood Identification by Herbert L Edlin. Published by Studio Book/Viking Press, New York, NY, July 1977. 1st Edition 3rd Printing. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Fine in Good- DJ. 160 Pgs. LCCN 69-15933. This handy manual: Contains 40 actual wood specimens in popular use; Accurately shows each wood's natural color, grain and texture; Classifies woods by an ingenious system of fourteen key characteristics; Facilitates quick, easy identification of woods, wherever you may find them; Ensures prompt, precise identification of trees by their leaves, fruits and bark; Tells how and where each wood is grown and describes its special features; Explains techniques of lamination, veneering, directional sawing, planning, turning, carving, shaping, molding, bending, seasoning, preserving and finishing; Offers invaluable information for every homeowner, hobbyist, carpenter, dealer, builder, architect and craftsman; and Provides an important educational tool for teachers, guides and nature lovers. Description text copyright 2010 www.BooksForComfort.net. Item ID 22095.