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"The Art of Trout Fishing" is a collection of vintage articles on the trout, being a complete handbook on the trout with chaters on identifying, fishing, breeding, and more. Although old, these essays contains a wealth of timeless, practical information that will be of considerable utility to modern readers with an interest in angling for or breeding trout. Contents include: "The Trout (Salmo Trutta): Classification", "The Breeding of Trout", "How to Make a Trout Farm", "Fishing with the Floating Fly", "Fishing with the Float Fly: Patterns of Flies", "Fishing with the Floating Fly: The Rod and Tackle", "Fishing with the Floating Fly: Throwing the Fly", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

The only wild animals of size in Ireland or Scotland historically were the deer, the wolf, and the boar. The latter was admired for its strength and fierceness, and often appeared as a symbol on helmets. The grace of the deer and elk were also celebrated, and were often the centre of traditional Gaelic art. This fascinating volume explores the roles boar and deer have played in Gaelic literature throughout history, with sections on etymology, history, poetry, local lore, and much more. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in Gaelic history and culture, and it is not to be missed by collectors of allied literature. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on deer stalking and hunting.

This is a vintage guide to fishing for grayling and other related fish, with sections on identification, equipment, technique, bait, common pitfalls, and much more. Profusely-illustrated and written in simple, clear language, "The Art of Fishing for Grayling and Charr" is highly recommended for new or novice anglers with an interest in catching grayling. Contents include: "'Here and there a Grayling", "Grayling", "Caught Up", and "The Village Pool". This volume will appeal to modern fishermen and collectors of vintage sporting literature of this ilk. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

This antiquarian volume comprises a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of preparing duck for the marketplace, containing information on eggs, feathers, manure, killing, and other aspects of market preparation. Complete with simple, clear instructions and a wealth of valuable and practical hints and tips, this timeless text constitutes a must-read for those with little experience in keeping ducks for commercial gain. The chapters of this book include: 'Marketing', 'Wax Method of Plucking', 'Marketing Duck Eggs', 'Selling Duck Feathers', 'Duck Manure', 'Marketing of Duck Eggs', 'Local Markets', 'Acorns', 'Packed Eggs', 'Storing Eggs', 'Passenger Train Rates', 'Goods Train', 'Returned Empties', 'Cleaning Duck Eggs', etcetera. We are proud to republish this antique book, now complete with a new introduction on poultry farming.

A collection of short stories of pulp crime fiction. With stories written by Dashiell Hammett, Carroll John Daly and Robert Leslie Bellem

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.

This volume contains a collection of articles on bees and bee-keeping, with information on common problems, their treatment - and their prevention. Written in clear language and full of interesting information and handy tips, these timeless articles will be of considerable value to the modern bee-keeper. It makes for a great addition to any collection of bee-keeping literature. The articles of this volume include: 'A Manual of Bee-Keeping', 'A Practical Treatise on the Hive and the Honey Bee', 'The Bee Walk - Being the Romance and Practice of Bee Keeping', and 'The Handy Book of Bees - Being a Practical Treatise on Their Profitable Management'. We are proudly republishing this vintage text, now complete with a new and specially commissioned introduction on bee-keeping.

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.

This antiquarian volume contains a large collection of articles on hives, breeding, swarming, and many other aspects of apiary management. Including all the information an existing or prospective bee-keeper needs to know, this is a text that will appeal to anyone with an interest in the subject. It makes for a great addition to collections of bee-keeping literature. The chapters of this book include: 'A Manual on Bee-Keeping', 'A Modern Bee-Farm and Its Economic Management', 'Every Step in Beekeeping - A Book for Amateur and Professional', 'A Manual of Bee-Keeping', 'A Practical Treatise on the Hive and the Honey Bee', 'The American Bee Keeper's Manual', etcetera. We are proud to republish this vintage text, now complete with a new and specially commissioned introduction on bee keeping.

This book comprises a collection of easy-to-follow recipes for making old-time taffy sweets as they used to be made in the past. The recipes included in this book are concise and simple, making this text perfect for the amateur confectioner and anyone interested in recreating these old-style sweets. A worthy addition to collections of antiquarian confectionery literature, this one is not to be missed by the discerning confectioner. The chapters of this book include: Bunty Chewing Taffy, Clear Walnut Taffy, Circus Taffy, Colonial Taffy, Everton Taffy, Grape-Juice Taffy, Hazelnut Taffy, Halensburgh Taffy, Hickory-Nut Taffy, Kewpie Taffy, Nut Taffy, Peanut Taffy, Peppermint Taffy, Pine-Nut Butter Taffy, and many more. This text has been elected for modern republication due to its instructional value, and we are proud to republish it now complete with a new introduction on confectionery.

This book comprises a collection of easy-to-follow recipes for making old-time fondant sweets as they were made in the past. The recipes included in this book are concise and simple, making this text perfect for the amateur confectioner and anyone interested in recreating these old-style sweets. A worthy addition to collections of antiquarian confectionery literature, this one is not to be missed by the confectionery enthusiast. The chapters of this book include: Fondants, Cooked Fondants, Almond Cream Fondant, Cherry and Almond Creams, Coconut Kisses, Coffee Walnut Creams, Fondant and Nut Roll, Nougat Fondant, Walnut Fondant Balls, Cream Fondant, Plain Fondant, and much more. This text has been elected for modern republication due to its timeless instructional value, and we are proud to republish it here complete with a new introduction on confectionery.

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-to-find and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are proudly republishing this book, now in an affordable modern edition.

This antiquarian book comprises a collection of detailed articles on varieties of cattle for the dairy farm. 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: 'Dairy Cattle and Milk Production ¿ For the Use of Agricultural College Students and Dairy Farmers', 'Dairy Farmers Encyclopedia', 'Good Milk Farming', 'Livestock and Dairy Farming', and 'The Study of Breeds in America ¿ Cattle, Sheep and Swine'. We are proud to republish this antiquarian book now complete with a new introduction on farming.

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 Marketing of Poultry Products" contains information on the poultry industry. It is intended to illustrate aspects of the poultry business and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

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, "Duck Breeds" contains information on the White Aylesbury, the Rouen, the Muscovy and many more. It is intended to illustrate the main breeds of duck and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

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 Geese" contains information on the Domestic, the Chinese, the Roman and many more. It is intended to illustrate the characteristics of the main breeds and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.