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The Book of Building Fires: How to Master the Art of the Perfect Fire by Coulthard, S.

The Book of Building Fires - Illustrated Hardcover Fire Making Guide

Name: The Book of Building Fires - Illustrated Hardcover Fire Making Guide
Brand: Chronicle Books
SKU: 9781452170756
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Contributors:

S. Coulthard, Claire McCracken (Illustrator)

Publisher:

Chronicle Books

Binding:

Hardcover

Book Category:

Sports & Recreation, Self-Help

Book Subcategory:

Camping, Outdoor Skills, Safety & Security

Book Topic:

Survival & Emergency Preparedness

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Release Date:

2018-10-09

ISBN 13:

9781452170756

Weight:

0.9 lbs

Size:

8.10 x 4.90 x 0.80 inches

Pages:

160

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Description

Master the Art of Fire Building

The Book of Building Fires is your comprehensive guide to creating the perfect fire, whether you're gathered around a fireplace, warming up by a wood stove, or camping in the great outdoors. This illustrated hardcover manual transforms fire building from guesswork into a confident, efficient skill that will have others gathering around in admiration.

What's Inside

With more than 60 detailed entries on fire making, this guide covers every aspect of the craft. You'll learn proper wood sourcing techniques, effective chopping and storage methods, building the ideal stack, lighting strategies, and cooking over an open flame. Each technique is accompanied by clear how-to illustrations that make learning straightforward and practical.

Comprehensive Fire Making Knowledge

This book goes beyond basic fire starting. Discover which wood types burn best for different purposes, how to properly season and store your fuel, and the optimal stacking methods for various fire types. Whether you need a quick-starting campfire, a long-burning fireplace fire, or a cooking fire with consistent heat, you'll find the instructions you need.

Practical Skills for Real-World Use

The straightforward directions focus on building fires with confidence, skill, and efficiency. Learn traditional fire building techniques that have stood the test of time, combined with practical modern approaches. The cooking section teaches you how to harness open flame heat for outdoor meals, adding another dimension to your fire-making abilities.

Thoughtful Design Details

The hardcover features a textured spine that imitates a matchbook striking pad, adding a tactile element that reflects the book's subject matter. This attention to design makes it both a functional reference and an attractive addition to any bookshelf or coffee table.

Perfect Gift for Fire Enthusiasts

This handsome book makes an excellent housewarming gift and is essential for anyone who appreciates life's simple pleasures. Whether the recipient is an experienced outdoorsman, a new homeowner with their first fireplace, or someone learning bushcraft skills, this guide provides valuable knowledge they'll reference for years.

Authors S. Coulthard and illustrator Claire McCracken have created a practical resource that combines traditional outdoor skills with clear, accessible instruction. This is the perfect companion for anyone who wants to master the timeless art of fire building.

About the Author
Claire McCracken is an illustrator based in Los Angeles.

S. Coulthard is an author of design and outdoor living books and a farmer in the north of England.

The Book of Building Fires - Illustrated Hardcover Fire Making Guide

Description

Master the Art of Fire Building

What's Inside

Comprehensive Fire Making Knowledge

Practical Skills for Real-World Use

Thoughtful Design Details

Perfect Gift for Fire Enthusiasts

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