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This early work by H. H. Munro was originally published in 1900 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'The Rise of the Russian Empire' is a non-fiction work on the history of Russia. Hector Hugh Munro was born in Akyab, Burma in 1870. He was raised by aunts in North Devon, England, before returning to Burma in his early twenties to join the Colonial Burmese Military Police. Later, Munro returned once more to E...

This early work by James Halliwell-Phillipps was originally published in 1845 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'Poetical Miscellanies from a Manuscript Collection of the Time of James I.' contains a collection of poetical works by various authors from the late 16th and early 17th centuries. James Orchard Halliwell-Phillipps was born on 21st June 1820, in London, England. Halliwell-Phillipps was privately ...

This volume contains a comprehensive guide to the honey plants of America, together with information on those which are of special value to the beekeeper as sources of pollen. Complete with detailed descriptions and helpful illustrations for each plant mentioned, this text will be of considerable value to those with an interest in the subject. It makes for a great addition to bee-keeping and honey-related literature. The chapters of this book ...

This vintage book is a beginners' guide to growing trees and fruits in dry areas, with information on common problems, different types of trees, tools and equipment, and many other related aspects. Written in plain language and packed full of useful tips, this volume constitutes a must-read for novice fruit growers, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of agricultural literature. Contents include: "Can Trees and Fruits be Gro...

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Volume two of the "Hand Books of the Textile Industry" contains information on the manufacture of woven fabrics and related materials, describing in detail the different types of yarn and how to use a loom. Written in clear language and profusely illustrated, this volume will appeal to those with a piratical interest in traditional weaving. Contents include "A History of Textiles and Weaving", "Manufacture of Narrow and Woven Fabrics", "Variou...

This vintage book is a complete guide to pruning fruit trees, with information on when and when not to prune, how to prune, common problems, tools and equipment, and many other related aspects. Written by an expert and profusely illustrated, this volume constitutes a must-read for those occupied in fruit growing, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Pruning Fresh Plated Trees-Maidens",...

This book is a collection of vintage articles on the subject of playing billiards, with information how to use, maintain, and protect billiard equipment and accessories. Written with the beginner in mind, these accessible and profusely illustrated articles are ideal for novice players, and are not to be missed by collectors of such literature. Contents include: "Some Useful Hints for a Start-W. G. Clifford", "The Table and Accessories-John Rob...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "Profit from Poultry" contains information on the poultry industry. It is intended to illustrate the main aspects of the poultry business and serv...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

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This text forms a comprehensive handbook on growing crops under cloches, with information on a wide range of different vegetables, cropping, sowing, propagation, fruits, and much more besides. Written with the layman in mind, and complete with a plethora of detailed and useful illustrations, this text constitutes a great guide on the subject, and will be of particular interest to the novice gardener. The chapters of this book include: 'The Con...

Restoration style', also known as 'Carolean style', refers to the decorative artistic movement that became popular in England, from the restoration of the monarchy in 1660 to the late 1680s after Charles II. This book contains a detailed treatise on the furniture from this period, complete with a wealth of historical information, as well as detailed descriptions of the pieces, comments on manufacture, popularity and development. The text const...

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subject of budgerigars. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular ...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.