Of Knives And Men: Great Knifecrafters Of The World And Their Works

Of Knives And Men: Great Knifecrafters Of The World And Their Works

It is likely that a knife was the first man-made tool, and certainly the most important one for early humans. This book is a superb display of the world’s foremost contemporary knifecrafters. The 46 artisans and works selected are, in the author’s view, the most representative of the last 30 years. Each maker has their own style and character, blended with the utility and knifemaking tradition of their home country and culture. The book describes the technical points of the craft, along with the joy, humour, and exuberance the makers put into their work. It is a unique and beautiful volume with very wide appeal, illustrated with 217 photographs.

Written by François-Xavier Sallé, who has collected and made knives since childhood. He has written about knives since 2001 and has personally met many of today’s greatest artisan knifemakers in all parts of the world. This is the English translation of his French book Des couteaux et des hommes.

Details:

• Author: François-Xavier Sallé
• Format: Hardback, 240 pages
• Publisher: Firefly Books
• ISBN: 9780228104001
• Ideal for: Knife collectors, knifemaking enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship