Helpful to both beginners and those experienced in the craft, this expanded second edition is a comprehensive guide to power carving, primarily covering the use of rotary carvers and accessories, with additional instruction on reciprocating carvers and wood-burning equipment. It gives an overview of the tools, comparing various power carvers and giving a detailed summary of flex-shaft handpieces, bits and other accessories. It then outlines a wide range of techniques, with focus on methods for texturing feathers and other aspects of bird carving.