Making Things Right: The Simple Philosophy of a Working Life

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Making Things Right: The Simple Philosophy of a Working Life

A celebration of craftsmanship, teamwork, and the relationship between contractor and client.

"An enriching and poetic tribute to manual labour."â€”Karl Ove Knausgaard

Â Making Things Right is the simple yet captivating story of a loft renovation, from the moment master carpenter and contractor Ole Thorstensen submits an estimate for the job to when the space is ready for occupation. As the project unfolds, we see the construction through Oleâ€™s eyes: the meticulous detail, the pesky splinters, the problem solving, patience, and teamwork required for its completion. Yet Oleâ€™s narrative encompasses more than just the fine mechanics of his craft. His labor and passion drive him toward deeper reflections on the nature of work, the academy versus the trades, identity, and life itself.
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Rich with descriptions of carpentry and process, Making Things Right is a warm and humorous portrayal of a tightknit working community, a story about the blood, sweat, and frustration involved in doing a job well and the joys in seeing a vision take shape.
Country USA
Brand Random House Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer Penguin Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 30267440
Color Multicolor
ReleaseDate 2018-04-03
UnitCount 1
Format Deckle Edge
EANs 9780143130949

Country	USA
Brand	Random House Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer	Penguin Books
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	30267440
Color	Multicolor
ReleaseDate	2018-04-03
UnitCount	1
Format	Deckle Edge
EANs	9780143130949

Making Things Right: The Simple Philosophy of a Working Life

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