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This early work by Henry James was originally published in 1871 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. Henry James was born in New York City in 1843. One of thirteen children, James had an unorthodox early education, switching between schools, private tutors and private reading.. James published his first story, 'A Tragedy of Error', in the Continental Monthly in 1864, when he was twenty years old. In 1876, he ...

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 is a complete guide to growing pome fruits, with instructions for growing apples, pears, and quince. Written in clear, plain language and full of simple instructions, this book is ideal for novice growers, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Apple", "Propagation", "Planting", "Distance Apart to Plant", "Cultivation", "Mulching", "Pruning", "Harvesting", "Packing", "Vari...

This fascinating book contains a detailed account of the seafaring lifestyle intrinsic to Cornish culture, covering a wide range of topics from smuggling and wrecking to fishing and general boating. A delightful book sure to appeal to anyone with a keen interest in Cornish culture, Cornish Seafarers is a must-have addition to collections of antiquarian nautical literature and well deserves a place atop any bookshelf. Alfred Kenneth Hamilton Je...

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This vintage book contains a detailed guide to knitting, with directions for making toilet-covers, pincushions, and many other articles of fancy work. Highly-accessible and written with the novice in mind, this volume is ideal for those with little previous knitting experience, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "Knitting", "Preface", "Explanation of Terms", "Patterns For Counterpane...

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 Beatrice Potter Webb was originally published in 1913 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'The Story of the King's Highway ' is a fascinating work on social history and the structure and function of local government in England and Wales. Beatrice Potter Webb was born in Gloucester, England in 1858. Both her mother and brother died early in her childhood leaving her to be raised by her fath...

This early work by Beatrice Potter Webb was originally published in 1909 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'Socialism and National Minimum' is a fascinating work on social history and politics. Beatrice Potter Webb was born in Gloucester, England in 1858. Both her mother and brother died early in her childhood leaving her to be raised by her father, Richard Potter. He was a successful businessman with larg...

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 antique text contains one of a series of pamphlets known as the 'Merit Badge Library', written with the intention of providing American boy scouts with the information required to attain certain merit badges. The pamphlets cover all kinds of hobbies, activities, and vocations. They are prepared by experts and frequently revised and brought up-to-date. Although designed for the eyes of boy scouts, the information contained herein is relati...

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.

This vintage book is a detailed guide to growing apples for beginners. Written in simple, plain language and full of useful illustrations and invaluable tips, this guide constitutes a must-read for prospective growers, and may also be of utility to those with more experience. Contents include: "Stocks", "Types of Trees to Plant", "Soil and Planting", "Feeding of Apples", "General Hints on the Pruning of Fruit Trees", "Pruning of Newly Planted ...

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 text contains a detailed guide to making your own candy, and includes everything you need to know about making fondant candies, chocolate candies, fudges, caramels, divinities and nougats, taffies and kisses, brittles and hard candies, uncooked candies, maple candies, coconut candies, marzipans, glacéed fruits and nuts, and much more. Complete with simple, easy-to-follow instructions and a wealth of helpful information, this text is ideal...

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.

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 a classic article on replacing and renewing spurs and arms on grapevines. Detailed yet concise, this volume will be of considerable utility to modern green-fingered readers, and would make for a lovely little addition to collections of gardening literature. Contents include: "Replacing Spurs", "Renewing Spurs", "Double Horizontal Arms", "Upright Stocks", "Opposite Arms", "Length of Arms", and "General Management of A...