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It has been suggested to me by many of my catty friends that I should write a small handbook for cat fanciers. By arrangement with the Kennel Publishing Company I have been enabled to utilise the...

This early work is a fascinating read for any greengrocer or historian, but contains much information that is still useful and practical today. It is a thoroughly recommended title for the market...

This early work is a fascinating read for any greengrocer or historian, but contains much information that is still useful and practical today. It is a thoroughly recommended title for the market...

"Change" is a short story written by Welsh author and renowned mystic Arthur Machan. The plot revolves around a strange piece of paper with a series of repeated letters on it that is intrinsically...

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,...

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,...

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,...

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,...

"Charlotte Bront? - A Monograph" is an 1877 treatise on the life and work of Charlotte Bront? by English biographer Reid T. Wemyss. Charlotte Bront? (1816 - 31 March 1855) was an English novelist and...

"Charlotte Bront? and Her Circle" is a 1896 treatise on the Bront? sisters by Clement King Shorter. Dealing with every aspect of their lives, loves, losses, and literary endeavours, it offers the...

Originally published in 1890, The present compilation is intended as a stepping stone to a complete treatise on Odds, Exemplified in two hundred and fifty games, from actual play, contested between...

This early work takes a detailed look at the many games that children can play at home in the form of a comprehensive guide to creative play. Extensively illustrated with text drawings, diagrams and...

This early work takes a detailed look at the many games that children can play at home in the form of a comprehensive guide to creative play. Extensively illustrated with text drawings, diagrams and...

This antique text contains a detailed and comprehensive guide to making hats for children and young people. Making hats for children can be both rewarding and cost-effective, with children's hats...

This extremely unusual book provides a comprehensive insight into the architecture and design of Chinese homes and gardens that is highly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of designers,...

This extremely unusual book provides a comprehensive insight into the architecture and design of Chinese homes and gardens that is highly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of designers,...

Gemmology is the science of natural and artificial gems and gemstones, considered to be a geoscience and a branch of mineralogy. Although a profession in its own right, gemmology is often studied by...

Gemmology is the science of natural and artificial gems and gemstones, considered to be a geoscience and a branch of mineralogy. Although a profession in its own right, gemmology is often studied by...

Originally published 1871. This fascinating book tells not only of the wonderful early days of the Chiploquorgan but also of the superb hunting and fishing of early Colonial Canada. Many of the...

Originally published 1871. This fascinating book tells not only of the wonderful early days of the Chiploquorgan but also of the superb hunting and fishing of early Colonial Canada. Many of the...

A republication of the 1897 edition. The illustrated contents deal with all aspects of the fascinating art, history and science of palm reading.Author: Various AuthorsPublisher: Read BooksPublication...

This is a delicious read for any cookery enthusiast or historian. Recipes are extensively illustrated with text and full page photographs. Contents Include: Season's Sensations - Desserts, Festive...

This is a delicious read for any cookery enthusiast or historian. Recipes are extensively illustrated with text and full page photographs. Contents Include: Season's Sensations - Desserts, Festive...

This early work is a comprehensive study of the history of dance thoroughly recommended for the bookshelf of the dance enthusiast. Extensively illustrated with text and full page photographs...

This early work is a comprehensive study of the history of dance thoroughly recommended for the bookshelf of the dance enthusiast. Extensively illustrated with text and full page photographs...

Originally published in 1896. A well illustrated practical treatise on propagating, growing, and exhibiting from the cutting to the silver cup. Many of the earliest gardening books, particularly...

Originally published in 1896. A well illustrated practical treatise on propagating, growing, and exhibiting from the cutting to the silver cup. Many of the earliest gardening books, particularly...

It might seem like an unlikely combination, but, historically, the theme of beer is intrinsic to some ecclesiastical aspects and can be most obviously observed in christian hymns. Compiled by an...

Learn how to make old-fashioned chutneys, pickles and relishes, just the way they used to do it! This vintage-style book is a kitchen staple for any creative cooks wanting to take a trip back to the...

Learn how to make old-fashioned chutneys, pickles and relishes, just the way they used to do it! This vintage-style book is a kitchen staple for any creative cooks wanting to take a trip back to the...