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This vintage book contains a collection of fascinating articles on the subject of hunting. They cover a variety of interesting subjects ranging from economics and agriculture to ethics and cruelty, and are highly recommended for modern huntsmen and those with an interest in the sport. Contents include:...

Authored by various experts, these vintage books reveal how to create traditional British sweets, long-loved by young and old, and are sure to delight anyone with an interest in old-time confectionary. This edition features a variety of delicious nougat recipes, including caramel, maple and popcorn...

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...

This book contains a classic guide to vintage farming machinery, including detailed descriptions, explanations, and illustrations of the machinery treated. It contains information on the various types of harvesters and other examples of machinery that existed at the time of publication. This is a...

This early collection on pruning apple trees includes articles that would be both expensive and hard to find in their first editions. It contains information on the stages and methods of pruning, along with details of the tools involved. This is a fascinating work and highly recommended for anyone...

Java developers typically go through four "stages" in mastering Java. In the first stage, they learn the language itself. In the second stage, they study the APIs. In the third stage, they become proficient in the environment. It is in the fourth stage --"the expert stage"-- where...

“Starting a Pig Farm” is a fantastic collection of vintage article on the subject of keeping pigs, dealing with every aspect from buying and housing to marketing and beyond. This book contains a wealth of timeless, practical information that will be of considerable utility to anyone with an interest...

This antique book contains a thorough guide to setting up and maintaining a plant nursery, including information on lay out, soils, shelters, seasonal alterations, tips on stocking, general economy, and many other aspects conducive to success. Written in clear language and including simple, step-by-step...

Five bewitching tales of love from the winners of the Power Play Romance Writer's Competition. From a moment of reflection to a moment of passion, these short stories explore the ways in which love and lust shape our lives. Writers Elizabeth McLennan, Hazel McLoughlin, Jessica Towicz,...

This is a comprehensive guide to controlling pests and diseases common to cultivated crops, with handy information on disease control, insects, and methods of plant spraying. Complete with simple instructions and a wealth of interesting and practicable information, this text constitutes a great resource...

This book – result of an international conference – purposes to promote a discussion between researchers on issue concerning urban sprawl and the impacts that sprawl has on the environment, economy and society in general, as well as the costs that this urban form implies. PUBLISHER'S NOTE: the...

This vintage book contains a complete and comprehensive guide to cattle farming for beef and milk production. Although old, the information contained within this book is timeless and will be of considerable utility to modern farmers and smallholders. It includes instructions for every aspect of cattle...

"Breeding Rabbits" contains information on the methods and equipment of the rabbit farmer. It is intended to illustrate the main aspects of rabbit breeding and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject. Highly recommended for modern readers with a...

This book contains a wealth of classic material on the subject of dairy farming. It includes concise and comprehensive information of feeding, feeding cows, bulls and calves, grass and arable farms, and housing. Provides detailed knowledge on the sex cycle, mating, fertility, calving and lactation...