A guide to turning wood on a lathe. It provides readers with the content that they need to get right to work, as well as some detailed illustrations and many pictures.

The world is complicated enough...your woodworking information shouldn't be. Get the straight talk about turning wood, including: *How to choose the right lathe, tools, and accessories *Safety precautions and tips to reduce mishaps Choosing a sharpening method and developing the proper technique *Spindle turning, from the basics to advanced decorative cuts *Mastering the traditional shapes and profiles of faceplace turning *Project ideas and how-to for off-center turning, end-grain turning, and veneers