A simple, straightforward shop manual for woodworkers of all skill levels, this reference dispenses with the lore and legend of planes and offers techniques for adding these tools into woodworking regimens. The step-by-step photography and instructions for using bench planes and scrapers comprehensively covers the usage and care of these two types of hand tools. Each chapter represents the practical, relevant facts about different types of planes and scrapers, showing woodworkers how to use these tools to create deep, rich surfaces. AUTHOR: John English is a cabinetmaker, a teacher, and the author of "The Woodworker's Guide to Sharpening"and many articles published in "Woodshop News"and "Woodworker's Business News." He is the former editor of "Today's Woodworker" and "Woodworker's Journal." Currently he designs and builds magazine projects for "American Woodworker" magazine and runs the Black Hills School of Woodworking. 300 colour photographs