Understanding Wood: A Craftman's Guide to Wood Technology

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Summary: This is THE book on WOOD
Review: This is not a how-to book. I do not recommend this book for the beginning WWer since it does not deal with the practical aspects of woodworking but rather with the material we use in our craft. By describing the anatomy and phisiology of wood it not only helps us understand wood but woodworking itself. We can copycat techniques on joinery and get by all our life without this book but when you find yourself in the position of having to design a piece from scratch and determine the type of joinery/adhesives to use, the knowledge acquired here will become invaluable.
Even though this book is not about woodworking it will definitely make you better woodworker. Highly recommend this book for woodworkers going the distance regardless of their level.