Wood ID Handbook is a gift book for wood lovers - an indispensable and informative guide to over 100 different kinds of wood. This compact directory explores the world's most valuable natural resource in detail. This new gift edition gives helpful details about the most popular and useful woods with illustrations and photographs to help with identification. There is also valuable information on:Typical usesDurabilityWood defectsPotential health hazards for each species. Based on a best-selling reference work, this revised and updated abridged version includes drawings and descriptions of the living trees to enhance appreciation of the raw material of woodwork. In-depth yet accessible this handy pocket guide will be the perfect gift for all woodworkers and wood lovers. The book features 300 beautiful illustrations and 150 clear photographs.