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A Museum of Early American Tools (Americana)

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Step back in time with A Museum of Early American Tools, a captivating exploration of the implements that shaped the backbone of pre-industrial American craftsmanship. Through vivid pen-and-ink sketches and engaging narratives, this book uncovers the ingenious tools and techniques used by early Americans to build, farm, and create traditional crafts. "The lines of early tools were traditional, functional, honest, beautiful in a harmonious simplicity." This absorbing and profusely illustrated book describes in detail scores of early American tools and the wooden and metal artifacts made with them. Informally and expressively written, the text covers bulding tools and methods; farm and kitchen implements; and the tools of curriers, wheelwrights, coopers, blacksmiths, coachmakers, loggers, tanners, and many other craftsmen of the pre-industrial age.Scores of pen-and-ink sketches by the author accurately depict "special tools for every job," among them a hollowing gouge, hay fork, cornering chisel, apple butter paddle, boring auger, mortising chisel, a holding dog, hauling sledge, winnowing tray, reaping hooks, splitting wedge, felling axe, propping saw horse, and other traditional implements. Sure to be prized by cultural historians, this volume will delight woodcrafters interested in making their own tools and thrill general readers with its store of Americana. Craftsmanship of the Past: Discover the fascinating world of early American building tools and methods, which formed the foundation of the nation's architectural heritage. From Farm to Table: Explore the essential farm and kitchen implements that sustained daily life, revealing the ingenuity behind historical agricultural practices. The Artisans' Touch: Delve into the specialized tools of curriers, wheelwrights, coopers, and blacksmiths, illustrating the skilled craftsmanship that shaped everyday objects. Illustrated Insights: Over 100 pen-and-ink sketches by the author bring to life the unique "special tools for every job," from a humble hay fork to a complex mortising chisel. A Journey Through Americana: Perfect for cultural historians, woodcrafters, and anyone fascinated by Americana, this book offers a rare glimpse into the tools that forged America's early days. Handmade Heritage: Learn how traditional implements like reaping hooks, felling axes, and winnowing trays reflect the resourcefulness and creativity of early American life. A Museum of Early American Tools offers a mesmerizing exploration of early American history, traditional woodworking, and folklore, seamlessly blending detailed narratives with practical knowledge. It is a testament to the craftsmanship and heritage that shaped America, making it a must-have for Americana enthusiasts. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dover Publications (November 14, 2002)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 128 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0486425606


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 03


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.25 x 8.74 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #80,670 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #7 in Hand Tools (Books) #10 in Power Tools (Books) #12 in Americana Antiques & Collectibles


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    • Small but mighty!
I got this for my spouse for Father’s Day. Although it doesn’t appear at first to hold much info because of its size I can reassure you that is not the case!! This book is chock full of information and the illustrations are beautiful! My husband has commented several times to me how interesting and useful all the information is. We would highly recommend this and other books by this gifted and knowledgeable author! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2023 by mrrozzle
    • Very informative, beautifully illustrated
Each item accurately depicted, excellent attention to detail, I can make reproductions from them easily. Elegant hand script used for notes. Historically accurate content, cleverly grouped. Well done, thank you.
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2023 by Bruce W. Jones
    • Entertaining and informative
Sloane loved his world of early American history, nature and folklore and his works welcome visitors to explore his world with him. Sloane was a significant collecter and historian of early American tools, but he doesn't write academically; rather, he writes as a friendly host who wants his guests to enjoy their visit, sharing his admiration of the tools, their materials, their makers and their users. This is a delightful and informative synthesis of early American history, traditional woodworking and folklore. If you've enjoyed Eric Sloane before, I think you won't be disappointed with this work. If you've never read him before, this is a great example of his work. This is well-illustrated by the author, with multiple sketches of each type of tool and descriptions that explain the use, and narrate the history of, the tools. I found this book enjoyable to read and use as reference. If I were to visit any of the historic interpretive or static museums of early American life, I think this is a book I'd take with me. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2019 by Cole Haney
    • This book is perfect for anyone who may have an interest in building ...
This book. This book was a gift for my boyfriend for Christmas. Not only did he read it, he's now read it many times. I've also read it. The book is extremely well written and goes through the history of American craftsmanship and tools. Different ways, in different regions, different woods, etc. This book is perfect for anyone who may have an interest in building their own tools one day, and even if you don't -- it's a beautifully written history of Americans and our evolution as farmers and hard work being done throughout the century. Full of discoveries and lost trades/ideas, I would give this book to anyone and know that I had made a solid choice. Even for someone who wouldn't normally read this kind of book, I found it to be enlightening and fun to read. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2016 by Kay B.
    • An excellent reference for the range of historical tools
An excellent reference for the range of historical tools. It is not an exhaustive reference of the range of tools or their variations but it provides a visual example of nearly every class of tool found in the colonial period. It has filled in a lot of gaps in my understanding of colonial industry.
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2017 by John Bush
    • Highly recommended!
This is one of Eric Sloane's BRILLIANT history books. Everything he published is worth getting, for young and old. Beautiful pen and ink drawings, well thought out, show you early American ingenuity in clear layouts. These mass-market paperbacks are superb in every way. Highly recommended.
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2023 by Polaris300
    • Great experience would highly recommend.
Great experience would highly recommend.
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2023 by Keim L.
    • Eye opener
I thought I knew a lot about early American tools and methods. Lord! Was I wrong! If you enjoy the infinity of our ancestors on how they encountered, and then conquered a problem, you will enjoy reading this book
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2023 by doug dean

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