30 APRIL 1910, Page 50

The Young Carpenter. By Cyril Hall. (Methuen and Co. 5e.)

—Careful and precise directions are to be found here as to the processes of carpentering and the uses of the various tools. Par- ticular attention is devoted to various forms of joints, those objects of mystery to the amateur carpenter, who generally tries to attain solidity of structure by a lavish use of nails. Directions and diagrams are given to enable the learner to make simple pieces of furniture. The book is written not only with fullness of directions but with great clearness.