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The Book of the Pig: Its Selection, Breeding, Feeding, and Management

$76.30

Report copyright infringementby James Long (Author)This book contains a detailed treatise on the pig, with information on its selection, breeding, feeding, and management, with 16 plates of typical animals and numerous illustrations of model piggeries and appliances. This book offers clear, simple, and practical descriptions of the best-known varieties of the domestic pig, with information on how they should be bred, fed, and managed. Much of the information contained within this guide it tim...

Feeding Cattle on the Farm - A Collection of Articles on the Nutrition, Rations and Equipment for Cattle Feeding

$46.06

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This antique text contains a collection of articles on the nutrition, rations and equipment for cattle feeding. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming literature and is not to be missed by those with an interest in the entirety of cattle management. The articles contained herein include: American Cattle: Their History, Breeding and Management; British Husbandr...

Starting a Duck Farm - A Collection of Articles on Stock Selection, Rearing, Economics and Other Aspects of Duck Farming

$43.18

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This volume comprises a collection of useful articles on starting a duck farm, with information on the housing, feeding, breeding, and the general care and management of ducks. Including a wealth of practical information on a variety of aspects of duck-keeping, these articles will be of much value to the novice duck-keeper, and make for worthy additions to collections of agricultural and animal-keeping literature. The articles contained within t...

$24.46

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This antique volume contains a detailed discussion of the practice of ''pig-sticking'' in Morocco and India. Complete with comprehensive descriptions and explanation, interesting information, and detailed illustrations, this text offers its readers a fascinating insight into swine-hunting in these regions. It will be of much value to collectors of antiquarian literature of this ilk. Many vintage texts such as this are becoming increasingly hard-...

Agriculture - The Science And Practice Of British Farming

$77.74

Report copyright infringementby James A. S. Watson (Author)This text comprises a detailed monogram on the science and practice of British farming, and contains a wealth of information covering every aspect of farming, from ploughing to livestock management. This book was originally written with the object of providing a convenient text for the use of students of agriculture. Complete with timeless information and profusely illustrated, 'Agriculture - The Science And Practice Of British Farmin...

$21.58

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This antiquarian book contains a comprehensive guide to pruning apple trees, with information on tools, when to prune, how to prune, common problems and avoiding them, and much more. This informative and profusely illustrated text will appeal to orchard-owners and discerning gardeners, and would make for a great addition to collections of gardening and agricultural literature. Although old, the information contained herein is timeless, and will ...

Raising Turkeys - Ducks, Geese, Game Birds

$61.90

Report copyright infringementby Morley A. Jull (Author)The purpose of this book is to provide information on raising and marketing turkeys, ducks, geese, guineas, pigeons, peafowl, upland game birds, and aquatic game birds. It includes a wealth of carefully chosen illustrations, to elucidate and further explain the issues involved in bird care and sale. Complete with helpful tips and much timeless information, this text will be of considerable value to the discerning poultry-farmer, and is no...

$40.30

Report copyright infringementby Ken Bolton (Author)This antique book contains a detailed guide to keeping pigs outdoors, offering its readers all the information necessary for keeping pigs in this fashion. The methods described have worked well on the author's own farm, and will be of considerable value for the modern farmer looking to start keeping pigs - or to improve their existing pig farms. The chapters of this book include: 'Why Out-of-Doors?', 'Housing Hints and Ideas', 'Management of ...

The Photographic Guide to Model Plane, Train and Boat Making

$50.38

Report copyright infringementby Arthur Wakeling (Author)This vintage book is a detailed and profusely illustrated guide to constructing model planes, trains, and boats. With useful information on everything from choosing materials to installing electrical systems, this is a volume that will appeal to serious model enthusiasts, and one that would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Indoor Monoplane", "Shifler-Smith Model", "Materials for the Mo...

$38.86

Report copyright infringementby O. J. Morris (Author)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. Number of Pages: 50 Dimensions: 0.12 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: March 22, 2011

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Report copyright infringementby Glen Charles Cook (Author)This book contains a catalogue of approved practices used in swine production, with information on marketing, health, housing, diet, and more. The purpose of this book is to furnish a comprehensive list of activities in swine production - which involve approved practices, with information on how they should be performed. The chapters of this volume include: 'Selecting the Breeding Stock', 'Breeding and Improving Swine', 'Caring for the...

A History of Aviation Safety: Featuring the U.S. Airline System - Paperback

$21.55

by Ray Holanda (Author), Raymond Holanda (Author)There have been countless books written on the history of aviation, beginning in 1896, but there has not been a book that tells the story of the history of aviation safety from its origins to the present day until now. This book features the story of the United States airline system aviation safety history from its beginnings in 1926 to the present day. A common theme appears throughout this history: a technological solution is already availabl...

$47.50

Report copyright infringementby W. J. Daniels (Author)This vintage book is a detailed guide to the designing and building of model yachts, being a treatise on the construction, rigging, and racing of model yachts, ships and steamers. Comprehensive and profusely illustrated, this book is highly recommended for model boat enthusiasts, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "How to Build a Sharpie Hull; Setting up the Moulds and Erecting th...

Sailing in a Nutshell - A Treatise in a Small Compass (Mariner's) on the Sea and How to Sail About it

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Report copyright infringementby Patrick Boyle (Author)This classic book is a comprehensive and accessible guide to yachting, with information on all aspects of the sport form buying a yacht to navigation. Carefully selected for a modern readership, this timeless volume will be of considerable utility to anyone with a practical interest in boating or sailing, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "Author's Note", "What's What in Yachts"...

How to Make Clipper Ship Models - A Practical Manual Dealing with Every Aspect of Clipper Ship Modelling from the Simplest Waterline Types to Fine Sca

$41.74

Report copyright infringementby Edward W. Hobbs (Author)This vintage book is a comprehensive manual on the building of model clipper ships, with information on constructing everything from the simplest waterline types to fine scale models fit for exhibition. With complete, easy-to-digest instructions and detailed illustrations, this volume is ideal for novice model enthusiast, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "Famous Clippers", "Buil...

$43.18

Report copyright infringementby John Fisher (Author)This vintage book is a complete guide to sailing, with information on choosing your vessel, reading tides, racing, design and construction, navigation, and all other related aspects. Profusely illustrated and written in simple language, this book will be of considerable utility to both novice and seasoned sailor alike, and would make for a fantastic addition to allied collections. Contents include: "Why They Enjoy It", "What Kind of Sailing?...

Basics of Multi-Discipline Project Engineering

$25.24

Report copyright infringementby Subhendu Moulik (Author)This book is composed to assist new and upcoming multi- discipline Project Engineers and Managers in obtaining the basic and necessary knowledge which is required in order to become successful and valuable members of a project team. This book will give an insight to engineering students and professionals on how different engineering disciplines are interrelated in a multi-discipline environment. Together we shall look at Engineering, Pro...

Practical Hints about Barn Building - Together with Suggestions as to the Construction of Swine and Sheep Pens, Silos and other Farm Outbuildings - Em

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Report copyright infringementby J. H. Sanders (Author)This antiquarian volume contains a collection of practical hints about barn building, together with suggestions as to the construction of swine and sheep pens, silos, and other farm out-buildings. Complete with detailed plans and a wealth of practicable information and tips, this text will be of much value to the practical farmer. It would make for a great addition to any collection of allied literature. The chapters of this book include: ...

$27.00

Report copyright infringementby Peter Chipkin (Author)A complete handbook for BACnet field technicians and the beginners. This guide takes a practical approach to BACnet, discussing issues that affect installation, design and trouble shooting. Emphasis is on BACnet/IP and BACnet/MSTP with some special attention to RS485 issues. Additional articles and useful resources are available at www.chipkin.com Number of Pages: 82 Dimensions: 0.21 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Pu...

A Half Century in Food and Wine Technology

$33.10

Report copyright infringementby William V. Cruess (Author)This vintage book contains information on the history of winemaking in America in relation to the work of William Vere Cruess. William Vere Cruess (1886-1968) was a food scientist whose research significantly influenced the rebirth of the wine industry after the repealing of Prohibition in 1933. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in the history of winemaking in America, and would make for a fantastic addition ...

A Yachtsman's Guide to Tides - A Collection of Historical Boating Articles on How to Read Tides and Currents

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Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This volume contains a collection of classic articles on sailing yachts, covering topics including reading tides and currents, racing, tuning and maintaining yachts, and much more. Drawn from classic maritime publications (often spanning the early to mid-20th century), this volume is an invaluable guide to traditional and technical methods of understanding the sea's vertical and horizontal movements. It provides the knowledge necessary to calcul...

A Yachtsman's Guide to Etiquette - A Collection of Historical Boating Articles on Flags and Nautical Etiquette

$40.30

Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This volume contains a collection of classic articles on sailing yachts, with information on subjects including flags, nautical etiquette, maintaining yachts, equipment, and many other related aspects. Carefully selected for a modern readership, these timeless articles will be of considerable utility to anyone with a practical interest in yacht sailing. The articles include: "Motor Boating for All", "Sailing - A Piratical Handbook on the Equipme...

Silver Bullets: How Interoperable Data Will Revolutionize Information Sharing and Transparency

$33.64

Report copyright infringementby Pete O'Dell (Author)Silver Bullets isn't about understanding the technology of standard, interoperable data; it's about why the technology is important and how you can use it. If you care about effective operations, no matter your job title, this book is for you. Interoperable data is a major game changer for business and information technology, government and commercial, national and international organizations. This book will let you make it happen, versus wo...

UFOs and Water: Physical Effects of UFOs on Water Through Accounts by Eyewitnesses

$50.38

Report copyright infringementby Carl W. Feindt (Author)Accounts from recorded history of unidentified flying objects moving into and out of bodies of water. Number of Pages: 572 Dimensions: 1.44 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: July 31, 2010

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Report copyright infringementby Matthew A. Forck (Author)The Total Safety Committee Checklist-A Step-by-Step Handbook for Safety Committee Success! --Don't you wish that safety committees came with instructions? After all, our committees are major investments in time and resources, yet they all too often fall short of expectations. Instructions, guidelines and tips for committees are scattered in procedures, sprinkled on the Internet, and scribbled on napkins...until now. The Total Safety Com...

$30.58

Report copyright infringementby D. &. Onna Le Roger D. &. Onna Lee Ford (Author), Roger D. &. Onna Lee Ford (Author) Number of Pages: 242 Dimensions: 0.55 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: January 15, 2010

$45.88

Report copyright infringementby D. &. Onna Le Roger D. &. Onna Lee Ford (Author), Roger D. &. Onna Lee Ford (Author) Number of Pages: 242 Dimensions: 0.69 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: January 15, 2010

Mini-Z Practical Upgrade Strategies: for beginners and intermediate racers

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Report copyright infringementby Rcpress (Author)This title covers the upgrade and maintenance tips & techniques for the Mini-ZsAuthor BiographyR.C.PRESS is the premier information source for R/C technologies. It has the goal of putting all different kinds of R/C technologies on the global map by publishing books that bring to light the knowledge of R/C technology innovators. Number of Pages: 92 Dimensions: 0.19 x 10 x 7.99 IN Publication Date: April ...

American Spartans: The U.S. Marines: A Combat History from Iwo Jima

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Report copyright infringementby James A. Warren (Author)From the islands of the Pacific to Korea to the Middle East, James A. Warren's riveting and authoritative battle history of the Marines reveals how "the few and the proud" have drawn on their timeless precepts across six decades while reinventing themselves in the face of political change to forever remain America's finest warriors.Author BiographyJames A. Warren is a historian and foreign policy analyst. A regular contributor to The Dai...

Tasty: The Art and Science of What We Eat

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Report copyright infringementby John McQuaid (Author)"A fascinating blend of culinary history and the science of taste" (Publishers Weekly, starred review), from the first bite taken by our ancestors to ongoing scientific advances in taste and today's "foodie" revolution. Can't resist the creamy smoothness of butter? Blame Darwinian natural selection. Crave the immediate zing of sweets? They bathe your brain in a seductive high. Enjoy the savory flavors of grilled meat? So did your ancestor H...

Practical Airsoft AEG Mechbox Upgrade 2011 Edition: FAMAS, P90 and M14

$35.03

Report copyright infringementby Airsoftpress (Author)This book focuses on the disassembly and mechbox upgrade of FAMAS, M14 and P90 Airsoft AEGs. This is the latest 2011 edition.Author BiographyAirsoftPRESS is the premier information source for airsoft technologies. It has the goal of putting all different kinds of airsoft technologies on the global map by publishing books and e-books that bring to light the knowledge of airsoft technology innovators. Number of Pages: 116 ...

Compost Tea Making: For Organic Healthier Vegetables, Flowers, Orchards, Vineyards, Lawns

$22.88

Report copyright infringementby Marc Remillard (Author)Compost Tea Making is the first comprehensive, practical guide to creating compost tea for farms, orchards, vineyards, lawns, and gardens. This essential reference book explains why compost teas have such powerful, beneficial effects for all plants. The global compost tea revolution is in its infancy. Readers will begin to grasp the importance of rejuvenating the microbial life in our agricultural soils world-wide. Seasoned with the autho...