About the book
From hand-forged axes of the Viking conquests to the American homesteader’s felling axe, this is a tool that has shaped human history like few others. American Axe pays tribute to this iconic instrument of settlement and industry, with rich history, stunning photography, and profiles of the most collectible vintage axes such as The Woodslasher, Keen Cutter, and True Temper Perfect. Combining his experiences as a forester, axe collector, and former competitive lumberjack, author Brett McLeod conveys the allure of this deceptively simple woodcutting implement and celebrates the resurging interest in its story and use.
Editions of American Axe
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781635861396
- EBook
- ISBN 9781635861402
Read an Excerpt
From hand-forged axes of the Viking conquests to the American homesteader’s felling axe, this is a tool that has shaped human history like few others. American Axe pays tribute to this iconic instrument of settlement and industry, with rich history, stunning photography, and profiles of the most collectible vintage axes such as The Woodslasher, Keen Cutter, and True Temper Perfect. Combining his experiences as a forester, axe collector, and former competitive lumberjack, author Brett McLeod conveys the allure of this deceptively simple woodcutting implement and celebrates the resurging interest in its story and use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Axe about?
From hand-forged axes of the Viking conquests to the American homesteader’s felling axe, this is a tool that has shaped human history like few others. American Axe pays tribute to this iconic instrument of settlement and industry, with rich history, stunning photography, and profiles of the most collectible vintage axes such as The Woodslasher, Keen Cutter, and True Temper Perfect. Combining his experiences as a forester, axe collector, and former competitive lumberjack, author Brett McLeod conveys the allure of this deceptively simple woodcutting implement and celebrates the resurging interest in its story and use.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in American Axe?
Sports and Active outdoor recreation > Active outdoor pursuits and activities
Where can I read a sample of American Axe?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781635861396
Who is/are the Author/s of the book American Axe?
Brett McLeod
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
American Axe is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781635861396) and ebook(ISBN 9781635861402)
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