Tools - A Visual History

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A celebration of the things we make things with. Tools — A Visual History is an illustrated guide to more than 150 incredible tools — the history behind each, and the ways creative people put them to use. From the workhorses that powered the industrial revolution to the specialist instruments that let highly skilled artisans produce ornate creations, the book shines a light on the most interesting pieces found in the workshop of expert craftsman Dom Chinea. Every entry arrives with a stunning illustration, making this as much a reference for working craftspeople as a quietly beautiful object for anyone who admires the made world. The objects behind every object. Show more