Amateur Joinery In The Home: A Practical Manual For The Amateur Joiner On The Construction Of Articles Of Domestic Furniture, written by George Ashdown Audsley and originally published in 1916, is a comprehensive guidebook for those interested in woodworking and furniture-making. The book provides a detailed introduction to the tools and techniques necessary for amateur joiners to construct a wide variety of domestic furniture items, from tables and chairs to bookcases and cabinets. Audsley's manual is organized into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of woodworking. The first chapter provides an overview of the necessary tools and materials, including saws, planes, chisels, and hammers, as well as different types of wood and their properties. Subsequent chapters delve into more specific topics, such as joinery techniques, finishing and staining, and the construction of specific furniture items.Throughout the book, Audsley provides detailed instructions and illustrations to guide readers through each step of the furniture-making process. He also includes helpful tips and tricks for working with different types of wood and troubleshooting common problems that may arise during construction.Overall, Amateur Joinery In The Home is a valuable resource for anyone interested in woodworking and furniture-making, providing a practical and accessible guide to this rewarding hobby. Despite being over a century old, the book remains relevant today, offering timeless advice and techniques that can be applied to modern woodworking projects.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.