How to Sharpen PencilsHow to Sharpen Pencils

"Deep in New York’s Hudson River Valley, craftsman David Rees - the world’s number one #2 pencil sharpener - still practices the age-old art of manual pencil sharpening. In 2010, he began offering his artisanal service to the world, to the jubilation of artists, writers, draftsmen, and standardized test takers. Now, in a book that is both a manifesto and a fully-illustrated walk-through of the many, many, many ways to sharpen a pencil, he reveals the secrets of his craft. By the time you’re through this book, you will know how to get the perfect point on your pencil without injuring yourself."--Provided by publisher.