Explore Ed Fowler's knifemaking philosophies in this compilation of his best articles, primarily from Blade magazine. Features how-to information and more than 200 photos.

Ed Fowler presents 65 articles on such topics as function, design, and technique; philosophy; and forging and heat-treating. He also discusses knife manufacturing and industry legends.

Reproduction of the original: Three Man by Maxim Gorky

UNLEASHED FROM THE GATES OF HELL Risk Leidolf was a hellhound--a legendary, otherworldlycreature who was both man and beast. For centuries,he'd been bound to do the bidding of a cruel witchqueen. But after being ordered to destroy novice witchKara Shane, the man within him rebelled. And thebeast within him was held at bay--for now. Fiercely drawn to each other, Risk and Kara soonformed a passionate alliance as they set out to findher missing sibling--and the key to his salvation. Forthe power unleashed by the twin witches could freehim from the witch queen's bondage. But that freedomcame at a steep price. For the fierce battle would putmore than one soul at stake...and two hearts on the line!

Provides background information and step-by-step instructions for making fourteen popular Mexican dishes, and discusses the Day of the Dead and the role that food plays in this holiday.

A classic biography, "George Washington: A Life" tells the human story of one of our founding fathers. "Randall's demythologized Washington comes vividly to life".--"Publishers Weekly" (starred).