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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, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Jim RobertsISBN-10: 1446539873ISBN-13:...

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, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Philip CarringtonISBN-10: 1446539814ISBN-13:...

This little book will teach you everything you need to know about six-man football, a variant of American football. A comprehensive guide to the rules, techniques and strategies of the game providing knowledge for anyone that wants to play the game or want to...

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.Author: Arnold LunnISBN-10: 1446526194ISBN-13: 9781446526194Publisher: Pohl...

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.Author: O. H. P. RodmanISBN-10: 1446526100ISBN-13:...

This comprehensive introduction to card tricks and sleight of hand will enthral the magician of all ages. A wide variety of tricks are described in layman's terms - this book contains a card trick for everyone. Extensively illustrated with explanatory diagrams. This book contains...

This book will prove of great use to the budding juggler. Containing a wealth of information and anecdote about the skill, its 40 pages are extensively illustrated with black and white explanatory drawings and diagrams to guide the beginner. This book contains classic material...

This collection of card tricks to perform and watch out for at the casino is the perfect introduction to magic for gamblers. Extensively illustrated with black and white drawings and explanatory diagrams. Thoroughly recommended reading for the budding magician. This book contains classic material...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to knots and netting, including information on the various types, how to make them, and practical uses for them. Complete with detailed, step-by-step instructions and many helpful illustrations, this volume is ideal for anyone with a practical...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to camping and trapping, with directions for making camp shelters and log huts, instructions for boat and canoe building, bait recipes, information on tanning and skinning, and much more. This timeless handbook is highly recommended for those...

This book will be avidly devoured by all literature-starved Poodle lovers, for the author is recognised everywhere as an authority who has also seeked knowledge of the subject of Poodles from across the world. The books page contain a wealth of information for Poodle...

Originally published in 1921. In two sections. The interesting and scientific game of draughts contains chapters on: Tactics - Openings - General Directions - Positions - Endings - Laws of the Game - Illustrative Game - Polish Draughts - Losing Game. Section Two. Backgammon,...

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.Author: Lloyd BudgeISBN-10: 144651823XISBN-13: 9781446518236Publisher: Irving...

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.Author: Peyton BoswellISBN-10: 1446517950ISBN-13: 9781446517956Publisher: Hanlins...

This vintage guide provides 12 Lessons in how to train your dog including sitting, walking on a leash, and responding to signals. It contains all you need to know to raise and obedient dog for all the family to enjoy.Author: Hans TossuttiISBN-10: 1446513203ISBN-13: 9781446513200Publisher:...

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.Author: John P. WagnerISBN-10: 1446509702ISBN-13: 9781446509708Publisher:...

"Successful training is possible only in the presence of perfect understanding between trainer and his dog." This vintage guide provides 12 Lessons in how to train your dog including sitting, walking on a leash, and responding to signals. It contains all you need to...

On Friday May 14th 2010, Antony Last boarded the Riviera Sleeper service from Paddington to Penzance and, nine or so hours later, got on his bike, set off on a nine-mile pootle to Lands End before turning round and heading up to John O'Groats....

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.Author: Onnie Warren SmithISBN-10: 144608180XISBN-13: 9781446081808Publisher:...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's 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.Author: Jimmy CarasISBN-10: 1445525208ISBN-13: 9781445525204Publisher: Bill...

Contained within this book is a collection of detailed instructions on learning a variety of baffling and impressive sleight of hand tricks. Concise and easy-to-digest, the instructions contained herein are aimed at the absolute beginner and will be of much value to the novice...

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.Author: Otis MygattISBN-10: 144552418XISBN-13: 9781445524184Publisher: Read...

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.Author: C. H. ClevelandISBN-10: 1445523787ISBN-13: 9781445523781Publisher:...

This early guide is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. A detailed description of school games at Eton that will prove of great interest to the old boy of public school education. Extensively illustrated with black and white drawings. Many...

This vintage book is a complete handbook on ballroom dancing. With theoretical expositions, step-by-step instructions, historical information, and much more, this is a volume that will be of considerable utility to those with a serious interest in learning a range of ballroom dances from...

This early work is a fascinating read for entertainment enthusiasts. Thoroughly recommended for the bookshelf of the amateur or professional ventriloquist it contains a wealth of information that is still useful and practical today. Contents Include: Near Ventriloquism, The Doll-Dummy, Hand Puppets, shadowgraphs and...

This vintage book is a comprehensive guide to learning ballroom dancing, with step-by-step instructions, simple diagrams, helpful hints and tips, and much more. This volume will be of considerable utility to anyone with an interest in learning a variety of ballroom dances from the...

This fascinating early work will delight cardsharps and historians of the game. A comprehensive guide to a multitude of card tricks accompanied by a history of the pack of cards provides a complete how-to guide. Contents Include: 24 Stunts with Cards; 17 Magic Tricks...

This vintage book contains an interesting and informative guide to breeding and raising winning racing pigeons, and includes information on feeding, training, rearing, breeding, common ailments and their prevention, and much more. Written in simple, plain language and full of invaluable tips and simple...

This early work on dancing is a fascinating read for any enthusiast. Its 148 pages are extensively illustrated with diagrams and intended to help beginners and average dancers in particular to acquire a sound knowledge of ballroom dancing. Contents Include: Introductory Section; The Quickstep;...

This vintage book is a detailed guide to learning a variety of dances ranging from the waltz to the foxtrot. This volume will be of considerable utility to anyone with an interest in learning ballroom dances and includes simple instructions, useful diagrams, helpful hints...

Originally published in 1931. Probably the best book ever published on this subject. The author was a well known hunting man and breeder of Sealyham terriers. The well illustrated contents include: Historical References - Using Terriers with Foxhounds - Attributes of a Good Working...

Originally published in early 1930s. The author was a Past President of the Old English Sheepdog Club and also Founder of the American Old English Sheepdog Club. The illustrated contents deal with every aspect of this much loved breed. Chapters include: History and some...

Originally published in 1925. The author was a well known breeder of sporting dogs and terriers. The well illustrated book contains many detailed chapters: Dog Breeding for Profit - Choosing a Breed - Kennel Management - Showing - The Stud Dog - Breeding -...

This early works on The Expert at the Card Table is a must have for any card playing enthusiast. To all lovers of card games it should prove interesting, and as a basis of card entertainment it is practically inexhaustible, with much of the...

Originally published in 1938. This early works is a comprehensive and illustrated look at the subject of Cock-Fighting. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic...

Originally published in 1938. This early works is a comprehensive and illustrated look at the subject of Cock-Fighting. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic...

Originally published in 1880. Contains full and detailed instructions for designing and building punts, shooting punts, skiffs, canoes, sailing boats etc. Well illustrated with working diagrams. Many of the earliest sailing books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely...

Originally published in 1882, the information on The Dogs of the British Isles makes for absorbing reading throughout. Chapters include; General management, Management of dogs in health, Drugs commonly used for the disease of dogs & there administration, The ordinary diseases of the dog...

This vintage book is a complete guide to build, rig, and sail self-acting model yachts. With simple, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of handy tips, this profusely illustrated handbook constitutes a must-have for the novice enthusiast and would make for a fantastic addition collection...

This vintage book is a complete guide to building, rigging, and sailing self-acting model yachts. With simple, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of useful tips, this profusely illustrated handbook constitutes a must-have for the novice enthusiast, and would make for a fantastic addition collections...

PREFACE. WHATEVER may be esteemed the value of the present work, it is the outcome of much pleasant labour. The compilers wish has been to at least temporarily rescue from oblivion some few of the old airs, which, passing from mouth to mouth for...

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.Author: Esward GreyISBN-10: 1443767239ISBN-13: 9781443767231Publisher: Kronenberger...

This book was written for three classes of readers - for horse-owners, for established farriers, and for veterinary students who have to be examined. Although an antique text, much of the information contained herein is of timeless value and will be of much use...

This book (see, www.physicsandsport.net), written by a university lecturer, presents the physical mechanisms governing a series of popular sports. The author's goal is twofold: on the one hand to give a new perspective on sport, enabling fans, even those with limited scientific knowledge, to...

Volleyball: Techniques and Tactics Rarely do we find educational materials and tactical / technical strategies in one book about volleyball. Volleyball: Techniques and Tactics is the right guide to succeed and win year after year. This book helps learn a new thing every time...

How can I hunt bears without the use of bait or dogs? What do I look for in good bear habitat? Are tactics different in spring, summer and fall? Can bears be called in like other predators? No Bait...Just Bears answers these questions and...

The Mongoose System is not only a possible way to coach middle school and youth basketball, but the optimum way to coach at this level This book has been written to teach you how to coach the System to middle school and youth basketball...

A practical guide for establishing a Kendo club in an area where there is none available. Includes a menu for teaching beginners and a push to develop a full practice schedule, advice for entering competitions, and other subjects pertaining to the study of this...

You must be Kidding Dr. Supratic Gupta Want to change the world? Want to make people think sincerely? Why not? We all want a better world for our children, In pursuit of Happiness and Success. The lopsided and inequitable development of Indian society has...