“If you have a set of carving tools that haven’t been used in a while, this book will make you want to get them out, sharpen them, and include some carving in your next project.â€â€”Popular Woodworking. “Starting with a rundown on tools and equipment, [it] proceeds to instructions for handling the tools and the how-to’s of carving....A great help in getting started on an eminently satisfying hobby.â€â€”Booklist.