Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
For fans of Tristan Gooley and of Lars Mytting's Norwegian Wood, a fascinating, beautifully illustrated guide to making fire without a lighter
From the San people in Namibia to the Mangyan of the Philippines, Daniel Hume has learned how fire is kindled all over the world. Now, in Fire Making, he imparts his firsthand knowledge of a variety of fire-making techniques, basics, and more, including:
- Tools that use friction or sparks to start a fire, from hand drills and fire plows to iron pyrite
- Different types of tinder, from birch bark to fungus
- Challenging situations from strong winds to wet matches
- Even fire-starting hacks--such as using foil and a battery
Beautiful photographs and informative asides (including fire creation legends) help cultivate a deep appreciation
Synopsis
A Richly Illustrated Guide to Making Fire Without a Lighter If you ask outdoorsman Daniel Hume for the fastest, most practical way to start a fire, he'll tell you: Use a match. But he probably won't stop there. For Hume, conjuring flame is an art form, and seeking out the old ways is a passion that has led him the world over.
Fire Making is your guide to techniques Hume has learned firsthand--from the San people in Namibia, the Mangyan of the Philippines, and other masters. You'll fall in love with the craft of coaxing spark into flame using only handmade tools. Learn about:
- The bow drill, the fire plow, and other traditional fire-starters
- Every type of tinder, from birch bark to fungus
- Overcoming strong winds, freezing cold, and other challenges
- Plus modern fire-making hacks, such as using foil and a battery.
Hume's crystal clear steps, all helpfully illustrated, make it easy to start and maintain the perfect fire for any need--from quickly boiling a pot of water, to setting up camp . . . to the sheer joy of seeing your efforts rewarded with a blaze of warmth and light.
Synopsis
If you ask outdoorsman Daniel Hume for the fastest, most practical way to start a fire, he'll tell you: Use a match. But he probably won't stop there. For Hume, conjuring flame is an art form, and seeking out the old ways is a passion that has led him the world over.
Fire Making is your guide to techniques Hume has learned firsthand--from the San people in Namibia, the Mangyan of the Philippines, and other masters. You'll fall in love with the craft of coaxing spark into flame using only handmade tools. Learn about:
- The bow drill, the fire plow, and other traditional fire-starters
- Every type of tinder, from birch bark to fungus
- Overcoming strong winds, freezing cold, and other challenges
- Plus modern fire-making hacks, such as using foil and a battery.
Hume's crystal clear steps, all helpfully illustrated, make it easy to start and maintain the perfect fire for any need--from quickly boiling a pot of water, to setting up camp . . . to the sheer joy of seeing your efforts rewarded with a blaze of warmth and light.