Why We Make Things and Why It Matters: The Education of a Craftsman

Why We Make Things and Why It Matters is a thought-provoking exploration of the human need to create, craft, and make things with our own hands.

Author Peter Korn shares his personal journey from Ivy League graduate to skilled furniture maker, revealing how the act of creation has enriched his life and connected him to others in meaningful ways.

Through his experiences, Korn uncovers the deep-seated reasons why we make things, and how this process shapes our identities, enhances our communities, and brings us a sense of purpose and fulfillment.

This book is an inspiring call to action for anyone who has ever felt the urge to create, whether as a hobby or as a career.

It shows that making things is not just a way to express ourselves, but also a means of connecting with others and contributing to society in meaningful ways.