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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 early work by Mary Elizabeth Braddon was originally published in 1882 and we are now republishing it with a brand new biography of the author. 'Mount Royal' is one of Braddon's novels in the sensation literature genre. Mary Elizabeth Braddon was born in Soho, London, England in 1835. She was educated privately in England and France, and at the age of just nineteen was offered a commission by a local printer to produce a serial novel "comb...

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This early work by Lafcadio Hearn is a beautifully authentic cookery book on the subject of Creole cuisine. It contains many recipes for soups, fish dishes, pickles, and many other specialities of the region. This is a perfect publication for those wishing to increase their exotic culinary repertoire.

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's 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 early work by the British archaeologist, Flinders Petrie, was originally published in 1904 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'Methods & Aims in Archaeology' is a scholarly work on the tools and techniques of the archaeologist. William Matthew Flinders Petrie was born on 3rd July 1853 in Kent, England, son of Wlilliam Petrie and Ann née Flinders. He showed an early interest in the field of archaeology ...

Self-help books aim to help the reader with problems, offering them clear and effective guidance on how obstacles can be passed and solutions found, especially with regard to common issues and day-to-day life. Such books take their name from the 1859 best-selling "Self-Help" by Samuel Smiles, and are often also referred to as "self-improvement" books. First published in 1907, "How to Acquire and Strengthen Will-Power" is a self-help guide that...

This vintage book is a complete guide to growing apples, with information on growing at home, growing in orchards, pests and diseases, harvesting, marketing, and many other related aspects. Profusely illustrated and full of useful tips, this volume will appeal to both existing and prospective fruit growers, and would make for a great addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "Locations Especially Adapted to Orcharding", ...

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 vintage book contains John Bunyan's 1666 autobiography, "Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners". Bunyan wrote this autobiography during his twelve-year incarceration in Bedford goal for preaching without a licence. A fascinating account of his life, "Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners" is a must-read for anyone with an interest in John Bunyan, and would make for a worthy addition to any collection. John Bunyan (1628 - 1688) was an ...

Originally published in 1893. An illustrated artist's view of Japan discussing art and artist's techniques using natural products. Contents include: Stone, Wood, Metal, Ceramics, Textiles, Lacquer and the graphic arts.

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, "The Marketing of Poultry Products" contains information on the poultry industry. It is intended to illustrate aspects of the poultry business and...

This fascinating text comprises a comprehensive guide to the study of gems. Comprising a wealth of information on the most common gem stones and minerals, this scarce book constitutes a brilliant handbook and reference for both beginners and seasoned professionals alike. This text is written primarily in the form of questions and answers pertaining to the gems covered herein, making it easily accessible and informative for a wide readership. T...

This antiquarian volume contains a detailed guide to growing plants and vegetables under cloches, with information on a wide variety of vegetables, maintenance, repair, commercial work, cuttings, fruits, and much more. Complete with helpful illustrations and a wealth of practical information and tips, this text is ideal for the discerning horticulturalist with an interest in cloche gardening. The chapters of this book include: 'Principles of C...

Violins & Violinists" is a fantastic guide to the history of the violin by Franz Farga. Within it, Farga walks the reader through how the violin came into existence, how master craftsmen brought it to perfection, and how the great artists achieved everlasting fame with help from the instrument. This book is highly recommended for lovers of the violin and those with an interest in its fascinating history. Contents include: "Roads to the Violin"...

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 mathematics. The titles in this range include "Ratio and Proportion" "Simple Equations" "Simultaneous Equations" and many more. Each pub...

PREFACE The book has been prepared with a steadfast purpose to meet the needs of correspondence students. It is complete as a text, and, in connection with the careful reading and correcting of the students recitation papers, it is complete as a teacher. The Renn Pitman is by far the most reliable, tried and true system that is now before the public. Judging it in its entirety, which includes it's scientific invention, comparative ease of mast...

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.