Fisher, Leonard Everett

A history of woodworking craftsmen in colonial America, describing their tools, materials, and workmanship.

Gives a short history of American papermaking before the Revolution, and describes the processes used by the colonial papermakers, from the separating of rag fibers to the final finishing or glazing.

Discusses the history, materials, and technique of glassmaking in the American Colonies.

Describes how four staples--candles, soap, brooms, and cider--were made in colonial times.

Describes what education and the schools were like in colonial times.