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Made of Wood - Flying Colours
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Understanding wood's journey from forest to paper.
If you've ever been curious about the secret life of wood before it becomes the everyday items surrounding you, "Made of Wood" could offer you a delightful peek behind the curtain. Julie Haydon takes you through the process with simplicity and clarity, making this perfect for anyone interested in the craftsmanship of wood or passionate about sustainable sourcing and the lifecycle of materials.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Made of Wood - Flying Colours
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ISBN: 9780170113205
Authors:
Julie Haydon
Publisher: Cengage Learning Australia
Format: Paperback
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Understanding wood's journey from forest to paper.
If you've ever been curious about the secret life of wood before it becomes the everyday items surrounding you, "Made of Wood" could offer you a delightful peek behind the curtain. Julie Haydon takes you through the process with simplicity and clarity, making this perfect for anyone interested in the craftsmanship of wood or passionate about sustainable sourcing and the lifecycle of materials.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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