Hand Hewn: The Traditions, Tools, and Enduring Beauty of Timber

Author: Jack A. Sobon Format: Hardback Number of Pages: 272 Hand Hewn is a gorgeous celebration of the traditions and artistry of timber-frame building, a 7,000-year-old craft that holds an enduring attraction for its simple elegance and resilience. Internationally renowned timber-frame architect and craftsman Jack A. Sobon offers a fascinating look at how the natural, organic forms of trees become the framework for a home, with profiles of the classic tools he uses to hand hew and shape each timber,...Read more