Book excerpt: The ideal woodturning book for beginners. Author Barry Gross is a recognized woodturning artist and professional woodturner. Expert instruction, valuable tips, and common-sense advice. Covers lathe selection, basics of turning tools, and fundamentals of sharpening, sanding, and finishing. Revised & expanded 3rd edition includes: New and accessible step-by-step projects; Special troubleshooting section that offers simple solutions to common turning mistakes; Inspiring color photo gallery of completed works.