Something we do not talk about unless someone asks is how to get started and what tools do I need. Here is a post in Instructables with Carl Jacobson giving the advise on everything from starting lathe to accessories to tools and then some turning. This is a excellent primer for a beginner to get a basic knowledge of lathes and tools.
https://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-Turning-101-What-You-Need-To-Know-To-Get-Star/