The Conversion and Seasoning of Wood

For the woodworker interested in truly understanding the properties of the raw material of his craft, William Brown's The Conversion and Seasoning of Wood fully addresses processes through which wood passes at every stage from tree to finished product. Filled with information about techniques and methods used for various types of wood, a thorough reading of Brown's book gives a perspective to the woodworker that may well lead to a decision to harvest and season a tree or two. A number of charts and tables document the properties to look for in various types of wood. Whether you are ready to stick and store a forest full of freshly sawn timber or just want to know a bit more about this subject, this book will prove well worth reading.