http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1270829036 The Scythe Book, David Tresemer and Peter Vido First published in 1980 this enlarged second edition was released June 2001. The original text by Dave Tresemer has not been re-edited. It is still a good introduction to this wonderful tool. The core of the new edition is the addendum by Peter Vido. To Peter, the scythe is both a practical tool and a model of wisely applied human engineering. He shows how complex yet subtle this simple tool can be. The depth of his knowledge may overwhelm the uninitiated on first reading, but as your experience grows with this tool, Peter's commentary becomes increasingly valuable. There is a lot of important information packed into this addendum and any scythe enthusiast will learn much from this master. The European scythe accomplishes more than the mundane job of cutting grass. It offers us an opportunity to step away from the craziness of American lawn culture. It gives us space in which to breathe, listen and explore our own rhythms without burning gasoline. This book is the place to begin your discovery. ScytheSupply is the web's most comprehensive resource for this tool. Our selection of blades, snaths, sharpening equipment and accessories is unique. We offer instruction and information to help you get started. -- elliot fishbein http://www.scythesupply.com/ 207 853-4750 Maine,USA info@scythesupply.com