Whittling and Woodcarving From chemistry to solid state

From chemistry to solid state physics to biology

which presupposes a knowledge of calculus

As the Alvarez Quintero brothers said

the book also features a rich historical survey of the art

Whittling and Woodcarving From chemistry to solid stateThroughout the ages one of the most popular ways to direct the creative urge has been whittling or woodcarving. In this volume Mr. Tangerman, one of America's foremost authorities and craftsmen, whose articles in craft magazines have taught and inspired millions, presents a full and thorough introduction to this entertaining art form. With this book, which is one of the few works that bridge the gap between whittling and serious carving, a beginner