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Published in 1831 by W. C. Borradaile in New York this text, in words of its author Peter Nicholson, "... have followed the excellent plan of Moxon and treated each art distinctly:  I have first described the several tools belonging to each branch of business, next the methods of performing the various manual operations or excursuses to which they are applicable, these are further illustrated and explained by various plates...".

The book carries the expansive subtitle, "The Elements of Carpentry, Joinery, Bricklaying, Masonry, Slating, Plastering, Painting, Smithing, and Turning." It is also touted as "Containing a full description of the tools belonging to each branch of business with copious directions for their use and an explanation of terms used in each art; also and introduction to practical geometry."