For those who wish to build in the smaller size—rowing boats, small daysailers, utilities—Building Classic Small Craft by John Gardner is the book. The author is an experienced builder with a solid reputation for skill and the ability to make all processes easy to understand. Though he favors boats of traditional design, he has the good sense to adapt today’s materials and techniques where applicable. One is able to have, with a clear conscience,
one’s cake and eat it too. There’s now a Volume 2; more of same.