A practical, experiment-driven guide to artisan baking that blends clear, step-by-step recipes with explanations of fermentation, starter care, hydration and dough handling so home bakers can consistently produce flavorful sourdoughs, hearth loaves and enriched breads; the book emphasizes understanding the science behind timing and temperature, offers troubleshooting and technique variations to manipulate texture and flavor, and encourages creative experimentation with grains, preferments and inclusions to expand a baker’s repertoire.