Books Storey’s Curious Compendium of Practical and Obscure Skills

Description: Have you ever wondered how to capture a swarm of bees Predict the weather by the clouds And just how do you darn a pair of socks, anyway Anyone curious about the myriad ways people have taught themselves to make, grow, and build things will find everything they’ve ever wondered about in this colorful, inviting volume. With dozens of useful and intriguing visual tutorials selected from Storey’s extensive library of how-to books, you can learn how to carve a turkey, create a butterfly garden, set up a dog agility course, keep a nature sketchbook, navigate by the stars, and more. Whether you plan to “do it yourself” or just love reading about how things are done, this rich compendium will educate, fascinate, spark conversation, and inspire new hobbies and experiences. Knowing how to do these things yourself is more than just rewarding – it's the bedrock of a healthy, self-sufficient lifestyle. This fascinating and completely useful compilation of step by step, how-to knowledge is a journey of discovery that gives you the tools to take learning into your own two hands. Book details: Size: 9.5 x 11.88 Pages: 344 Format: Hardback ISBN: 9781635861914 Summary: This fascinating and completely useful compilation of step by step, how-to knowledge is a journey of discovery that gives you the tools to take learning into your own two hands.