The Mechanic’s Companion
The Mechanic’s Companion by Peter Nicholson is a detailed exploration of the skilled building trades of the 19th Century, published by Toolemera Press in March 2011. This edition, a reprint of the 1850 version, spans 458 pages and serves as a comprehensive reference for amateurs, students, and practical mechanics interested in carpentry, joinery, bricklaying, masonry, and more.
Readers will find a thorough examination of various trades, including slating, plastering, painting, smithing, and turning. The book provides insights into the techniques and practices of the time, making it a valuable resource for those interested in architecture, crafts, and the historical context of these skilled trades. This facsimile edition preserves the original content, offering a glimpse into the craftsmanship and methodologies that defined the era.
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THE MECHANIC’S COMPANION, by Peter Nicholson, describes in detail the skilled building trades of the 19th Century: Carpentry; Joinery; Bricklaying; Masonry; Slating; Plastering; Painting; Smithing & Turning. In print for more than half a century, THE MECHANIC’S COMPANION was a primary reference for the amateur, the student and the practical mechanic. Published first in 1812 as Mechanical Exercises, then in 1831 as The Mechanic’s Companion, this reprint of the 1850 edition is a true facsimile of the original book from our personal library. THE TOOLEMERA PRESS publishes classic books on early tools, trades and industries.
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