by Mark Aspery. Hardbound, 299 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". Volume one of The Skills of a Blacksmith series, designed to lead the blacksmith along a set course of technique and understanding. This book will give you everything you need to develope your skills and master the techniques necessary to make everything from simple forks and hooks to making your own tools, etc. Filled with almost 1200 excellent, close up, black and white photographs to help you along the way. Includes setting up your own anvil and stand, obtaining or making the tools necessary and 18 different projects; with each project using different skills. No matter wether you are a beginner or an experienced blacksmith, there is something here for all levels.