Peter Benson, is the former Chairman of the British Woodcarvers Association, runs courses for carvers of all abilities throughout the UK. He has travelled widely in the United States to give seminars and talks and is in regular demand as a judge for carving competitions. His own work centres on miniature carvings, including fantastic Japanese netsuke. His books published by GMC Publications are: Art of Carving Netsuke, Woodland Whittling, the Whittling Handbook and Whittling Woodland Animals. He lives in Essex.

This is the perfect book for those who want to expand their skills and try their hand at whittling.

• Introduction Practical information Tools and materials Techniques Projects Duck Heron Dolphin Albatross Polar bear Beaver Cormorant Walrus Pelican Otter Sealion Octopus Grebe Kingfisher Leaping fish Suppliers About the author