The Artist Blacksmith by Peter Parkinson, 1861264283, Lowest Book Price Finder

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Bright Spark

This is a truly wonderful and inspirational book. If you have ever fancied having a go at forge work then this is an excellent book to start your journey.
The line drawings are well executed and accomplished,and the book is profusely illustrated with good colour photographs. The foundations of forgework are accurately and concisely related in clear and lucid text. The book is a delight and joy to read and browse through.
The book contains some breathtaking examples of modern smithing by men and women blacksmiths. But also illustrated are works which would not be beyond the amatuer. I have many books on metalwork yet this one always excites me and makes me want to go to the anvil. If you wish to make a firside poker or a wrought iron castle gate then this is the book to start with.
Peter Parkinson is to be commended for this work and I hope he writes many more. You wont go wrong with this book and it is very good value too.
Well done mr Parkinson it is a rare gift to enthuse the reader!
I have no connection with the author or publisher.

Best guide for beginning (and creative !) smiths I know

I've bought a rash of books on smithing, most ranging from disappointing (Bealer) to extremely poor (Weygers). This is by far the best, and one of very few that I still refer to.

It takes a modern view of smithing. We no longer forge crankshafts, and farriers are specialists. Those who are working smiths today will mainly be producing indoor art and furniture or outdoor architectural work; gates, railings etc. This book addresses a number of audiences; those looking for a coffee table book of beautiful work, those starting out with smithing, and those who can already work the metal but seek inspiration on design. All will be well pleased with it.

The author also teaches and, having read this book, I'm looking forward to taking a course with him.

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