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This antiquarian volume contains 'Falcons of France', a novel about flying, World War I, and contemporary moralities. It was written by two American veterans of the 'Escadrille Lafayette', and contains thrilling tales of aerial battle and life during the war. This is a text that will appeal to anyone with an interest in aviation, and will especially appeal to those interested in aviation in World War I. A great addition to any bookshelf, this ...

This fascinating and useful book contains a thorough guide on the scientific aspects and principles of livestock breeding, including information on heredity, Mendel's Laws, selection and improvement, and much more. Complete with detailed illustrations and interesting information, and written in clear, concise language, this is a text that will greatly appeal to the farmer or student of agricultural breeding with a keen interest in the more sci...

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This classic text contains a timeless guide to hat-making written by Winifred Reiser. Complete with a number of photographs and over seventy millinery examples, this antique text is perfect for both the amateur and student, providing all the basic elementary principles intrinsic to successful hat-making in an accessible and comprehensive manner. Although there is a technical emphasis to this treatise, most tools can be found in the house and r...

This anti-suffrage pamphlet by Marie Corelli is a fascinating read for any modern feminist or social historian and all those who are interested in the history of suffragism. Corelli accepted gender roles as natural and immutable, which inevitably influenced her view on female suffrage. She claimed that nature insists on contrasts, and therefore the suffragette betrayed feminine culture and showed herself in allegiance with men rather than as c...

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 many of 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 volume contains a collection of classic articles on the subject of grafting grapevines, complete with historical information, simple directions, and helpful tips. Highly accessible and full of invaluable information, these articles have been carefully selected for a modern readership, and will be of considerable utility to budding fruit growers. Contents include: "Fruit Growing, "Grafting the Vine - George Husmann", "Layering and Grafting...

This antiquarian volume contains 'Falcons of France', a novel about flying, World War I, and contemporary moralities. It was written by two American veterans of the 'Escadrille Lafayette', and contains thrilling tales of aerial battle and life during the war. This is a text that will appeal to anyone with an interest in aviation, and will especially appeal to those interested in aviation in World War I. A great addition to any bookshelf, this ...

Buckinghamshire's reputation for furniture-making goes back to the seventeenth century - for Daniel Defoe mentions chair making in the Chilterns, and High Wycombe has been the acknowledged centre for more than a century and a quarter. This antique book contains a detailed treatise on 'High Wycombe Furniture', including photographs, detailed descriptions, historical information, and much more. A text sure to appeal to those with an interest in ...

This text contains a detailed and concise handbook on home carpentry. Complete with helpful diagrams and easy-to-follow instructions, this text is perfect for the beginner and makes a great reference book to be included in collections of DIY literature. The chapters of this book include: Tools and How to Use Them, Simple Joiner - Type Forms, Elementary Cabinet Work, Wood and Wood Finishing. Many old books such as this are increasingly costly a...

This classic handbook on making lampshades remains a helpful and practical text for anyone interested in lamp making, textiles, design and traditional handicrafts. Featuring extensive illustrations, the guide provides instructions on how to design and make a variety of shade types, including pleated, fluted, pie-frill, tubular and wall bracket lampshades. Many early books are becoming extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republi...

Comprised within this antique volume is an introductory guide to farm draining. It was originally written to give, in a precise and plain manner, the information that the farmer should know if he contemplates draining his farm, and the author has endeavored to convey to the reader enough information that will give them an elementary knowledge of why, when, where, and how to drain their farm. Although an old text, much of the information contai...

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.

Cattle: Their History And Various Breeds, To Which Is Added The Dairy, By W.C.L. Martin. CHAPTER I. know the various orders of mammnlia, from which man has reclaimed and domesticated certain species- species, the possession of which, in a state of subjection and dependence, contribute essentially to his welfare-that of the Ruminatia, or ruminating animals, affords him the greatest number and those not of the lowest importance. To this order be...

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.