A visual guide to hand tools. The writers show you each tool from every angle, and help you visualize how it works. They also provide information on choosing a tool, and how to keep it in the best condition. Own the best, treat them well, and use them effectively.

In a messy yard, a team of tools gets organized, then spends a busy day building a shed.

"Featuring over 500 entries on tools categorized by function, Compendium of Tools is a celebration of home improvement and skilled craftwork. The book covers a variety of tools used by amateurs, both hand tools and power tools, and offers some background information, interesting history, care tips, advice on what projects they are best for, and suggestions of other similar tools to consider adding to a collection. With detailed entries and illustrations,...

An easy-to-read description of the basic tools found in a toolbox.