A craftsman's legacy : why working with our hands gives us meaning
"The host of PBS's A Craftsman's Legacy makes the case that the craftsman's way--the philosophy, the skills, and the mindset--can provide a blueprint for all of us in our increasingly hurried, disposable world. In this book he tells the stories and shares the collective wisdom of these modern-day makers while also celebrating the culture of all craftsmen"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781616208363
- ISBN: 1616208368
- Physical Description: 244 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: Chapel Hill, North Carolina : Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill, 2019.
- Copyright: ©2019
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages [239]-244). |
Formatted Contents Note: | Introduction: from our hands -- The battle for perfection -- Tearing up floors -- Focus -- Forethought -- Sacrifice -- Falling for bikes -- Respect -- The give and take -- Underwater -- Finding peace -- Discovery -- Tradition -- Shrinking the world -- Legacy -- Individuality -- A special kind of stupid -- Connection -- Purpose -- A craftsman's legacy -- Conclusion: Day one -- Appendix: featured craftsmen. |
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Subject: | Handicraft Philosophy Handicraft Philosophy Artisans Philosophy CRAFTS & HOBBIES / General BODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Inspiration & Personal Growth BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / General |
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A Craftsman's Legacy : Why Working with Our Hands Gives Us Meaning
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Author Notes
A Craftsman's Legacy : Why Working with Our Hands Gives Us Meaning
Eric Gorges has been the host of A Craftsman's Legacy since it began in 2014. After a health crisis caused him to reevaluate his life, he sought out one of the best metal shapers in the country and signed on as his apprentice. In 1999, he struck out on his own, opening the custom motorcycle shop, Voodoo Choppers, in Detroit, Michigan, where he lives today. His website is crattsirtanslegacy.com.