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Synopsis
This is the only book available that provides a blueprint for running a successful handyman business. Filled with hands-on, how-to information and dozens of time-saving tips, this resource is valuable to anyone who enjoys working with their hands and wants to be happily-and profitably-self-employed. It includes: where and how to learn what you need to know; acquire the necessary tools and materials; adapting your car or truck; and how to find and keep customers.
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À propos de l?auteur
David Koenigsberg of Roslyn, Pennsylvania, is an electrical engineer, technical writer, and professional handyman with 25 years' experience in the field.
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Handymans Handbook
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McGraw-Hill Professional, 2003
ISBN 10 : 0071416706
ISBN 13 : 9780071416702
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Etat : Used. Imagine, if you will, a world where DIY enthusiasts have their hands soiled not merely with paint, but with the existential dread of hammering nails into the fabric of their own inadequacy. Enter David Koenigsberg?s "Handyman?s Handbook," a veritable treasure trove of tips, tricks, and unintentional comedy for the aspiring home repair maverick. Published in 2003 by McGraw-Hill Professional, this book is more than just a manual; it?s a philosophical exploration of the human condition through the lens of a slightly off-kilter toolbox. In an age when the mere mention of the word "handyman" conjures images of dapper chaps in overalls with an impressive array of power tools, Koenigsberg takes us on a whimsical journey through the often bewildering landscape of home improvement. One can only wonder if the author was inspired by an epiphany in the plumbing aisle of a local DIY megastore or if he simply tripped over a rogue toolbox at a particularly inauspicious moment in his life. Either way, one thing is certain: the journey of home repair is fraught with humorous mishaps, and this handbook captures them with a deftness that rivals the most skilled of carpenters. What does one expect from a handbook that promises to make you a "handyman" without actually requiring you to possess qualifications, skills, or even a functioning grasp of the English language? Koenigsberg offers up an encyclopaedic array of topics that may seem innocuous to the untrained eye but serve as a delightful reminder that the path to home improvement is paved with the shattered remains of poorly executed projects and dubious decisions. You might find yourself pondering profound questions such as: ?Is it really necessary to assemble that IKEA shelf?? and ?Can I use duct tape to fix a broken heart?? Through a series of oddly-specific sections, readers will encounter a myriad of insights that can only be described as utterly relatable?if by ?relatable? you mean ?filled with the kind of advice that makes you question your life choices.? Here, you will learn about the following: The art of convincing your friends that you actually know how to use a level. The essential differences between a hammer and a mallet (spoiler: one is for precision, the other is for the aftermath of poor decisions). A guide to selecting paint colours based on your emotional state (because who hasn?t wanted a living room that screams ?I?ve made terrible life choices??). How to expertly dodge your landlord?s requests to fix that leaky faucet. Winning strategies for avoiding discussions about home repairs at dinner parties. With its tongue firmly planted in cheek, "Handyman?s Handbook" provides a much-needed dose of humour to the often-stressful domain of home maintenance. Readers might find themselves chuckling at Koenigsberg?s uncanny ability to paint a picture of domesticity that is both idealistic and utterly farcical. If you?ve ever attempted to put together a piece of flat-pack furniture only to end up with a sculpture resembling modern art, this book is undoubtedly for you. Condition: Used, as sold by Crappy Old Books, this copy may have a few dog-eared pages, the occasional ink stain, and a certain charm that only years of neglect can impart. It?s practically begging to be picked up and thumbed through by someone brave enough to face the chaos of home repair with a hearty laugh and a shrug of the shoulders. After all, what?s a little chaos among friends?and by ?friends,? we mean your ever-growing collection of half-finished projects cluttering your living room. So why not add this delightful tome to your collection of second-hand oddities? It might just inspire you to finally tackle that ?fixer-upper? status of your home?or at the very least, provide you with plenty of reading material while you sip tea and contemplate your mounting list of home repairs. In the end, every handyman needs a handbook, even if it?s one that?s as endearingly flawed as their DIY attempts. Available now from Crappy Old Books, where we celebrate the imperfect and the bizarre! N° de réf. du vendeur 864
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Handyman's Handbook : The Complete Guide to Starting and Running a Successful Business
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McGraw-Hill Professional, 2003
ISBN 10 : 0071416706
ISBN 13 : 9780071416702
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