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A Complete Guide to the History and Manufacture of Grandfather Clocks

$51.82

Report copyright infringementby Anon (Author)This vintage text contains an interesting and informative guide to the history and manufacture of grandfather clocks, complete with historical information, descriptions of many different varieties, and a plethora of authentic photographs. This accessible and informative guide will appeal to those with a keen interest in the history and development of grandfather clocks, and it will be of considerable value to antiques dealers and collectors. The ch...

Curiosities of the Mechanical Details in Watches

$28.78

Report copyright infringementby Anon (Author)This antiquarian volume contains a short account of some of the curiosities of the mechanical details of watches, with supplementary information on their history, development, popularity, and much more besides. Written in clear, concise language and full of interesting facts and information about the intricate machinations of timepieces, this little text will be of much value to the watch enthusiast, and makes for a wonderful addition to any person...

The Inner Workings of a Watch - A Simple Guide for Enthusiasts of Clockwork Mechanisms

$28.78

Report copyright infringementby Anon (Author)This antiquarian book contains an detailed and accessible guide to the inner working of watches, being a simple guide for enthusiasts of clockwork mechanisms. Written in clear, plain language and full of simple descriptions and comprehensive explanations, this text is ideal for anyone with an interest in the inner workings of clocks, and it would make for a great addition to any personal library. Although old, the information contained within the p...

The Old English Farming Books from Fitzherbert to Tull 1523 to 1730

$47.50

Report copyright infringementby G. E. Fussell (Author)"The Old English Faring Books" explores the history of English farming, exploring notable authors and the developments in agriculture that they were arguably responsible for. Beginning with "Fitzherbert's Boke of Husbondrye", first published in 1523, this volume explores two hundred years of farming and farming literature, making it highly recommended for those with an interest in the history and development of modern farming techniques. C...

How Men Learnt to Farm - With Information on the History of the Development of Farming

$24.46

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This fascinating book contains an insightful discussion on the origins of farming, with information on the history of the development of agriculture. It delves into the history of farming by looking at the different kinds of farm, and the different ways of farming that are present today - as well as offering hints as to the origins and evolution of the practice. A comprehensive yet easy-to-digest exposition of the subject, this text will be of c...

Livestock and Animal Products in the Tropics - Containing Information on Zebu, Cattle, Swine, Buffalo and Other Tropical Livestock

$28.78

Report copyright infringementby Ralph L. Watts (Author)This volume looks at the different varieties of livestock to be found in the tropics, as well as the products that they can produce for profit. Dealing with everything from cattle and swine to Zebu and more exotic examples, this book is highly recommended for those with an interest in tropical livestock farming. Contents include: "Farming", "Livestock and Animal Products", "Dairying", "Beef Cattle", "Zebu", "Buffalo", "Horses and Mules", ...

The Diseases of Animals on the Farm - With Information on Sheep, Pigs, Cattle and Other Animals

$41.74

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This text contains a comprehensive guide to treating diseases and ailments of livestock, with information pertaining to sheep, pigs, cattle, and many other farm animals. Including hints on a range of aspects including shelter, sanitation, diet, and the general management of these animals, as well as being profusely illustrated, this text makes for an invaluable resource for farmers and veterinarians, and constitutes a worthy addition to collecti...

Farming Barley - With Information on Germination, Yields and Growth of Barley

$18.70

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This text contains a detailed guide to barley production on the farm, with information on germination, yields, and growth of barley. Including helpful tables, scientific information, simple instructions, and much more, this text contains all the information one might need to know for the successful and commercially-viable production of barley. It will appeal to to barley farmers as well as collectors of agricultural literature. The chapters of t...

The Principles of Breeding Livestock - With Information on Heredity, Mendel's Laws, Selection and Improvement

$38.86

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)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 scien...

Cereal Grasses - Including Information on the Growing of Corn, Wheat, Barley and Oats

$50.38

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This text comprises a comprehensive guide to cereal grasses, including information on growing corn, wheat, barley and oats. Full of statistical information, scientific explanations, comments on soil requirements, equipment, machinery, sowing techniques, and much more besides, this text constitutes an invaluable resource for farmers. It will also be of interest to those looking for general information on cereal production, and makes for a worthy ...

Establishment and Maintenance of Hay Fields: With Information on Methods of Land Preparation, Sowing, Mowing and Hay-Making

$50.38

Report copyright infringementby F. H. Storer (Author)Contained within this book is a complete introductory guide to creating and maintenance hay fields. Establishment and Maintenance of Hay Fields offers the reader simple, clear descriptions and explanations of what should and should not be done, coupled with expert tips and other information invaluable to the farmer. The contents include: Farming Establishment And Maintenance Of Hay Fields Stirring the Sod of Mowing Fields Spring or Autumn S...

Maintaining Fertility and Humus in Dry Areas - With Information on Growing for Dry Land Farms

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Shaw (Author)This book contains a detailed and concise guide to maintaining fertility and humus on dry land farms. Written in clear, simple language and full of interesting information and helpful tips, this text constitutes a valuable resource for both prospective and existing farmers with an interest in dry land farming. It makes for a worthy addition to any collection of agricultural literature. The chapters of this book include: 'The Soils are not Fe...

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Report copyright infringementby E. L. B. James (Author)This antique text contains a detailed guide to bee-keeping, and will appeal to the more advanced beekeeper as well as to the novice. This book is divided into three parts: the first guides the novice from the time when he first decides to take up the craft until the end of his first season; the second deals in detail with the year's work in the apiary, showing how the various problems that confront the bee-keeper in the second and subsequ...

Growing the Citrus Fruits - With Information on Growing Lemons, Oranges, Grape Fruits and Other Citrus Fruits

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Report copyright infringementby George W. Hood (Author)This vintage text contains a comprehensive yet concise guide to growing citrus fruits, complete with simple instructions and information on growing lemons, oranges, grapefruits, and other citrus fruits. Written in clear, understandable language and full of useful information and handy tips, this text is perfect for those with a practical interest in growing citrus fruits, and would make for a great addition to collections of gardening lit...

Domestic Geese and Ducks - A Complete and Authentic Handbook and Guide for Breeders, Growers and Admirers of Domestic Geese and Ducks

$50.38

Report copyright infringementby Paul Ives (Author)This vintage text contains a complete handbook and guide for breeders, growers, and admirers of domestic geese and ducks. Much of the information contained herein is timeless, making this book of considerable value to modern poultry enthusiasts and a text not to be missed by collectors of antique literature of this ilk. The chapters of this book include: 'History, Habits, Tradition, and General Possibilities in Geese'; 'Breeds of Geese'; 'The ...

Nursery Management - With Information on Lay Out, Soils, Shelters and Other Aspects of the Plant Nursery

$23.02

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)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 instructions, this profusely illustrated guide constitutes a must-have for anyone with an interest in the topic, and makes for a worthy addition...

Growing Trees and Fruits in Dry Areas - With Information on Growing for Dry Land Farms

$24.46

Report copyright infringementby Thomas Shaw (Author)This vintage book is a beginners' guide to growing trees and fruits in dry areas, with information on common problems, different types of trees, tools and equipment, and many other related aspects. Written in plain language and packed full of useful tips, this volume constitutes a must-read for novice fruit growers, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of agricultural literature. Contents include: "Can Trees and Fruits be G...

Horse Breeds - With Information on French, Belgian, Clydesdale, the Suffolk and Other Notable Breeds

$40.30

Report copyright infringementby J. H. S. Johnstone (Author)This antique volume comprises a comprehensive treatise on the various breeds of horse, with information on French, Belgian, Clydesdale, Suffolk, and other notable breeds. Complete with detailed descriptions and fascinating information on each breed, as well as including a plethora of authentic photographs and detailed illustrations, this text constitutes a wonderful guide to the different horse breeds. It will be of much interest to t...

A Guide to Model Locomotives - A Collection of Vintage Articles on the Design and Construction of Model Trains and Railways - Paperback

$51.82

by Various (Author)This book is a collection of vintage articles on the design and construction model trains and railways, with information on using electricity to power signalling systems, engines, ramps, and much more. Profusely illustrated and full of invaluable tips, this volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in model engineering, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "Locomotive Notes", "The Gas-Electric", "A Useful...

Barns and Other Out-Buildings - With Information on the Architecture of Farm Buildings

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Report copyright infringementby D. H. Jacques (Author)This delightful text encompasses a collection of designs of various barns and out-buildings, such as apiaries, stables, play-houses... and more. The designs contained herein are presented as architectural drawings and floor plans, and are accompanied by detailed descriptions and information on their construction, materials, benefits, and draw-backs. Written in plain, clear language and profusely illustrated, this book will be of much inter...

Vegetable Forcing - Containing Information on Greenhouse Construction, Management and Frame Culture

$27.34

Report copyright infringementby Ralph L. Watts (Author)This antiquarian volume comprises a detailed guide to vegetable forcing, with information on greenhouse construction, general management, frame culture, and much more besides. Vegetable forcing is the production of vegetables in greenhouses, hotbeds, coldframes, or other structures. Complete with simple instructions and a wealth of information conducive to successful vegetable forcing, this text will be of considerable value to those with...

Grinding And Lapping Tools, Processes And Fixtures - A Practical Treatise And Toolmakers' Reference Work Upon Precision Grinding And Grinding Processe

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Report copyright infringementby Joseph Vincent Woodworth (Author)First published in 1907, this book contains a classic handbook on the subject of 'lapping', a machining process in which two surfaces are rubbed together with an abrasive between them, by hand movement or using a machine. It includes chapters on various grinding techniques, as well as how to use abrasives, how to make and use laps, and much more. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in machine finishing, ...

Farm Engines And How To Run Them - The Young Engineer's Guide - A Simple, Practical Hand Book, For Expects As Well As For Amateurs, Fully Describing E

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Report copyright infringementby James Henry Stevenson (Author)This antique text comprises a simple, practical handbook for experts as well as for amateurs, fully describing every part of an engine and boiler, and giving descriptions for the safe and economical management of both. It also contains chapters on farm engine economy, with special attention to traction and gasoline farm engines. This text is profusely illustrated, with information arranged in a simple and effective manner. Written ...

Producing Broilers and Fryers - An Instructional Article on Raising Chickens

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Report copyright infringementby Paul W. Chapman (Author)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. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "Producing Broilers and Fryers" contains information on raising poultry. It is intended to illustrate aspects of poultry production and serv...

Breeds of Milk Goats - With Information on Nubian, Murciene, Toggenburg and Other Goat Breeds

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Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)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. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "Breeds of Milk Goats" contains information on the Nubian, Murciene, Toggenburg and many more. It is intended to illustrate the main goat breeds and...

Products of Goat Farming - With Information on Milk, Butter, Cheese, Meat and Skins

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Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This volume contains a collection of classic articles on keeping goats for productive purposes, with information on milk, butter, cheese, meat, and skins. These articles have been selected for the modern reader, and will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in raising and breeding goats for profit. Contents include: "Goat Farming", "Family Goat-Keeping", "Goat Keeping", "Improved Milk Goats", "Starting Right with Milk Goats", "Fa...

Goat Farming - A Comprehensive Guide to Breeding, Health, Feeding, Products and Many Other Important Aspects of Goat Farming

$53.26

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)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. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "Goat Farming" contains information on breeding, health, feeding and much more. It is intended to illustrate the main aspects of goat farming and se...

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Report copyright infringementby G. Henderson (Author)First published in 1943, "The Farming Ladder" aims to explain how the reader may start and maintain a successful and profitable farm in the easiest way possible, without requiring a great deal of special knowledge or skills. With original ideas and a wealth of helpful tips, this is a volume not to be missed by existing or prospective smallholders and farmers. Contents include: "The Farm", "The Plan", "The Poultry", "The Cattle", "The Sheep"...

How to Buy and Sell a Horse - Containing Extracts from Livestock for the Farmer and Stock Owner

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Report copyright infringementby A. H. Baker (Author)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. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "How to Buy and Sell a Horse" contains information on the methods to employ when selecting a horse. It is intended to illustrate the main aspect...

The Complete Guide to Rabbit Farming - A Collection of Articles on Breeds, Breeding, Feeding, Housing and Many Other Aspects of Rabbit Farming

$67.66

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)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. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "The Complete Guide to Rabbit Farming" contains information on selection, breeding, housing and much more. It is intended to illustrate the main asp...

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by D. W. Fletcher (Author)This volume contains a practical guide to repairing watches as a hobby, designed to furnish the novice enthusiast with an elementary understanding of watches that will enable them to clean them and make minor repairs. Written in simple, concise language and full of handy tips and useful diagrams, this text is ideal for those with an interest in amateur watch maintenance, and makes for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters of this book inc...

Farming Machinery - Combine Harvesters - With Information on the Operation and Mechanics of the Combine Harvester

$21.58

Report copyright infringementby Various Authors (Author)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 fascinating work and is thoroughly recommended for anyone interested in farm machinery, especially the history and development thereof. Content...