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This is a classic science fiction short story by James H. Schmitz and illustrated by Brotman. The following passage is part of its intriguing intro: 'He contracted for a charter trip— but the man who hired his spacer wasn't quite a man, it turned out—and he wanted more than service!' This work...

A VINTAGE MURDER MYSTERY WH Auden, Nancy Mitford and Noel Coward were among his fans... But have you discovered E. F. Benson yet? In a Holbein portrait above the grand old fireplace, Francis Vail, second baronet, brandishes a beautiful golden goblet, encrusted with pearls, rubies and...

A Vintage Shorts “Short Story Month” Selection They call it an office job—being a sicario, a hit man—because the sicario is always waiting by the phone. In Medellín, Colombia, there’s always one more job to do. Juan Pablo Merendez is a young sicario just trying to get by, but when...

This is a classic science fiction short story by Harry Harrison. The K-Factor is an equation used to asses the probability of war. A young man is charged with using the K-Factor and the field of Sociatics to avert war on another planet. However, there is a traitor in his midst who has the power to...

First published in 1930, “A Few More Short Notes on Retrievers” contains handy tips and simple advice for the proper care and management of retrievers. From breeding and selecting to training and kennelling, this timeless volume contains everything retriever owners might need to know, all presented...

Originally published during WWI, this is one of the early vegetarian cook books, issued to help deal with rationing and the meat crisis. It contains many recipes and much advice that is still of practical use and interest today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s...

The Vintage Cookery Books series hopes to bring old wisdom and classic techniques back to life, as we have so much to learn from 'the old ways' of cooking. Not only can these books provide a fascinating window into past societies, cultures and every-day life, but they also let us actively delve into our own history – with a taste of what, how and when, people ate, drank, and socialised.

This vintage cookery book contains a large collection of old-time recipes using mainly vegetables and potatoes. Full of interesting and innovative recipes, with simple instructions and handy tips, this easy-to-digest and novice-friendly cookbook is highly recommended for modern vegetarians and healthy-eaters....

“Dogs and I” is a collection of the authors anecdotes, musings and recollections related to dogs, specifically breeding and showing them. Full of interesting, useful information interspersed with personal stories and other notes, this volume will be of interest to breeders and owners alike, and...

Originally published in 1934, this is a clear and practical guide to preparing food for ill and convalescing people. The book is full of useful recipes and practical advice. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly...

This vintage book contains a vast collection of innovative vegetarian recipes that all include eggs as an ingredient. From a quick boiled egg and a simple omelette to boiled chocolate custard and semolina gnocchi, this easy-to-digest and novice-friendly cookbook contains a wealth of interesting recipes...

The Vintage Cookery Books series hopes to bring old wisdom and classic techniques back to life, as we have so much to learn from 'the old ways' of cooking. Not only can these books provide a fascinating window into past societies, cultures and every-day life, but they also let us actively delve into our own history – with a taste of what, how and when, people ate, drank, and socialised.

This is a classic science fiction short story by Henry Kuttner. It tells the story of a talking robot who takes on personalities of historical figures for an experiment. He calls upon the British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli and Ivan the Terrible. This work is part of our Vintage Sci-Fi Classics...

This vintage book contains a wonderful collection of innovative vegetarian recipes, all of which contain either pasta, or rice. From Ravioli and Gnocchi, to Macaroni á la Lyonnaise, this easy-to-digest and novice-friendly cookbook contains a wealth of interesting recipes that are sure to appeal to...