American Axe: The Tool That Shaped a Continent by Brett McLeod (English) Hardcov

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE American Axe by Brett McLeod Woodsman and forester Brett McLeod pays tribute to the axe with stunning photography and illuminating text that traces this historic hand tools evolution in form and function through North American culture and history. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From hand-forged axes of the Viking conquests to the American homesteader s felling axe, this is a tool that has shaped human history like few others. American Axe pays tribute to this iconic instrument of settlement and industry, with rich history, stunning photography, and profiles of the most collectible vintage axes such as The Woodslasher, Keen Cutter, and True Temper Perfect. Combining his experiences as a forester, axe collector, and former competitive lumberjack, author Brett McLeod conveys the allure of this deceptively simple woodcutting implement and celebrates the resurging interest in its story and use. Back Cover The Hand Tool on the Cutting Edge of History In the hands of lumberjacks, homesteaders, farmers, and foresters, the axe forged a path to a new way of life in North America. This simple tool - "a wedge with an edge" - cleared forest for farmland, delivered raw materials for housing and heat, and fueled the fires of industry. Explore the axes fascinating evolution from colonial innovation to todays collectors obsession, from a hand-forged workhorse to a sleek modern specimen, from a weapon in wartime to a recreational pastime. Flap The Hand Tool on the Cutting Edge of History In the hands of lumberjacks, homesteaders, farmers, and foresters, the axe forged a path to a new way of life in North America. This simple tool - "a wedge with an edge" - cleared forest for farmland, delivered raw materials for housing and heat, and fueled the fires of industry. Explore the axes fascinating evolution from colonial innovation to todays collectors obsession, from a hand-forged workhorse to a sleek modern specimen, from a weapon in wartime to a recreational pastime. Author Biography Brett McLeod is the author of American Axe and The Woodland Homestead and an avid axe collector and restorer. Before becoming a forestry professor and coach of the woodsmen s team at Paul Smith s College in the Adirondack Park, he was a professional competitive lumberjack in the Stihl Ironjack Series and competed in the Stihl Timbersports Collegiate Series. He lives in northern New York with his wife and his collection of 200 vintage axes. Table of Contents Axes and American Ingenuity Chapter 1: Ancient Axes That Spawned an American Industry Chapter 2: Axes for the Art of Homesteading Chapter 3: Axes from the Golden Age of Axe-Making Chapter 4: Modern Axes Chapter 5: Restoring Vintage Axes Chapter 6: Playing with Sharp Objects Index Review "Part ode, part how-to guide, American Axe is a fascinating look at the essential tool." - Popular Mechanics "Entertaining, endlessly fascinating, and a work of genuine scholarship. Ive read a lumberyard-full of books related to the outdoors, but can think of only a scant handful that measure up to this one." -- David E. Petzal, field editor, Field Stream "Even if you already live with an axe in your hands, Bretts deep appreciation of our essential companion will bring you closer to it." -- Roy Underhill, host of PBSs The Woodwrights Shop "An instant classic destined to be passed on to future generations, just like Grandpas axe." - Craig Roost, Council Tool Co. manager and designer and Axe Junkies group administrator Review Quote "Part ode, part how-to guide, American Axe is a fascinating look at the essential tool." - Popular Mechanics "Entertaining, endlessly fascinating, and a work of genuine scholarship. Ive read a lumberyard-full of books related to the outdoors, but can think of only a scant handful that measure up to this one." -- David E. Petzal, field editor, Field Stream "Even if you already live with an axe in your hands, Bretts deep appreciation of our essential companion will bring you closer to it." -- Roy Underhill, host of PBSs The Woodwrights Shop "An instant classic destined to be passed on to future generations, just like Grandpas axe." - Craig Roost, Council Tool Co. manager and designer and Axe Junkies group administrator Description for Sales People Richly layered and compelling content. A photographic catalog of vintage axes accompanies an exploration of their histories, uses, and unique qualities, and even an overview of backyard lumberjack games -- including an axe-throwing how-to. Offers new enthusiasts a fresh look at an iconic tool. The proliferation of urban axe-throwing reveals a younger generation drawn to the axe and the skills required to handle one. Stunning gift package with appeal for collectors and fans of artisanal crafts. Vintage (pre-World War II) axes are made from high-quality steel with unique designs and patina that have made them coveted collectors items. Details ISBN163586139X Author Brett McLeod Short Title American Axe Pages 192 Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 163586139X ISBN-13 9781635861396 Format Hardcover Subtitle The Tool That Shaped a Continent DEWEY 621.93 Imprint Storey Publishing LLC Place of Publication North Adams Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2020-10-13 UK Release Date 2020-10-13 Illustrations Full-color; photographs throughout Publication Date 2020-10-13 Publisher Workman Publishing Audience General AU Release Date 2020-10-12 NZ Release Date 2020-10-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! 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