Machines A Visual History

<p><b><i>The Repair Shop</i>''s Dominic Chinea takes you on an exploration of 100 essential machines found in the workshops and studios of the world''s finest artisans and heritage craftspeople. </b><br><br>Filled with stunning illustrations and lively, engaging text, <i>The Repair Shop</i>''s Dom Chinea guides readers through this celebration of the history and uses of 100 machines that have allowed artisans to create beautiful items for centuries.<br><br>Fans of prime-time TV series <i>The Repair Shop</i> and <i>Make It at Market</i> will not want to miss Dom’s insightful and complete appraisal of history’s most game-changing mechanisms, with commentary that allows readers to get under the hood of inventions that have defined modern life as we know it.<br><br><b>Immerse yourself in the visual history of the world’s most remarkable machines:</b></p><ul><li>The sequel to 2022’s <i>Tools: A Visual History</i>.</li><li>Explores inventions from the potter''s wheel and grain mill to the sewing machine, printing press, wheel maker and plenty more.</li><li>Each machine is creatively profiled and deconstructed in pinpoint detail, with Dom Chinea’s trademark insight and commentary.</li><li>Striking illustrations by award-winning artist Lee John Philips highlight the beauty of each tool.</li><li>A beautiful gift book with a vintage design.</li></ul><p>Each machine has a fascinating history and story to tell that highlights its contribution to artisanal crafts. And with every machine accompanied by beautifully ornate illustrations by Lee John Philips, <i>Machines: A Visual History</i> is certain to be a treasured volume for all creators, craftspeople and those who like to delve into how things work.</p>