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This
book is meant to be a guide for all who are interested in the ancient
craft of harp making.
It
provides detailed information on how to make four types of harp: the
Celtic or Irish harp, the Minstrel harp of central Europe, the harp
of Mexico and Paraguay, and the smaller harp of Scotland and Ireland,
the Bardic harp or "Clarsach".
With
this book, and a basic knowledge of woodwork, anyone can make a beautiful
musical instrument that will work and be a pleasure to behold.
It
will appeal to those who find enjoyment, and beauty through creative
endeavour. Harp making is a craft that inspires the mind, the heart
and the hands. In this mechanised world, harp making may appear to
be an anachronism, but it will certainly bring a lot of satisfaction
and happiness to the craftsman and to the student alike.
