by E. J. Tangerman. Softbound, 293 pages, 5" x 8". With this book, which bridges the gap between whittling and serious carving, a beginner can whittle or carve scores of useful and decorative items. The author covers: history of whittling, selection and use of wood, care of knives and tools, types of strokes and cuts plus instructions for making toys, chains, ships, puzzles and much more.