Every Man His Own Mechanic by John Barnard. Circa 1930. H/C. 504 pp.

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Collectable.

An old classic, re-written, revised and reprinted many times since its first publication date in 1914. It would be a delight to a new generation of self-doers who want do learn the proper techniques at the feet of the old. Described as "A complete guide for the amateur to all constructive and decorative work" it includes carpentry, joinery, metal working, upholstery, fretwork, veneering, plumbing, paperhanging, plastering, masonry, domestic repairs, and a hundred-and-ten other handy things. With 32 very clear black and white photographs and many detailed diagrams.

First published 1914. This copy is not dated but is described as "New Edition, Entirely Re-written and Revised". On first flyleaf is a stamp of Groot Brak River Secondary School dated 8/12/33. It was presented to one of the pupils for "satisfactory work". Published by Ward, Lock & Co, London and Melbourne. Condition: Good. Solidly bound. Foxing on pages but no text obscured. Cloth boards solid. Some wear and tear at edges.