By D.C. Waldorf - If you are interested in learning how to work flint in the same manner as did Prehistoric Man, this is the book for you. This book covers the basics, such as tools, raw materials, percussion, pressure, and indirect percussion flaking techniques, as well as advanced theory and practice. While flint knapping is not an easy craft to learn this book will get you started and give you a good idea of the principles involved. Over 100 illustrations and 70 photos. Paperback.