"Hogbin on Woodturning" is not a traditional 'here's how-to' book. While exceptionally instructional, its written for an easy read, often autobiographically but featuring a value-added text, each page rich with personal anecdotes and real-life lessons. Presented in waves, inspiring background text and colourful imagery followed by detailed visual instruction spiced with unexpected gems then capped with enticing examples of alternative ways all readers might consider each project, this splendid book is hard to put down. Creative turners or cabinetmakers also will appreciate how Stephen broadens our creative points-of-view from first thoughts about any project through its purpose and ultimate delivery or gifting. No matter whether you're looking for new projects to make, new dimensions to add to your work or an invigorating fresh perspective, at $24.99 "Hogbin on Woodturning" is attractively bound to satisfy.