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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 these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

"Egg Incubation for the Poultry Keeper" is a complete guide for poultry keepers, containing information on the methods, equipment, general management, housing, health and ailments, and much more. It is intended to illustrate the main aspects of egg incubation and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context. With simple instructions and a wealth of invaluable information, "Egg Incubation for the Poultry Keeper" is highly recommended for farmers and amateur poultry keepers alike. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on poultry farming.

This volume contains a collection of vintage articles on the subject of vineyard soil, with information on preparation, taxonomy, location, and many other related aspects. Highly accessible and profusely illustrated, these timeless articles have been carefully selected for a modern readership, and are highly recommended for anyone with an interest in producing grapes. Contents include: "Classification of Soils", "Soil, Situation and Aspect", "Preparation of the Soil", "Soil and Cultivation", "Location and Soil, Preparation of the Ground and How to Cultivate the Soil", "The Soil and its Preparation", "Soil and Situation", and "Soil and Situation 2". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on growing fruit.

This vintage book contains a collection of recipes and articles related to making a range of candied fruits and vegetables. From potato caramel to stuffed fruits, this volume will inspire you to get creative with confectionery! With step-by-step instructions and a wealth of handy tips, "Making Candied Fruit and Vegetables" is suitable for foodies of all experience levels. Contents include: "Glazed and Candied Fruits", "Decorative Candies". "Potato Caramel", "Sweet Potato", "Parsnip", "Carrot", "Bean", "Beet", "Tomato", "Cornlettes", "Onion Cold Tablet", "Oriental Paste", "Stuffed Fruits", "Angelique", and "Miscellaneous". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing "Making Candied Fruit and Vegetables" now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on confectionery.

¿Remembering Keats¿ is a brand-new collection of poetry and essays by various authors dedicated to English Romantic poet John Keats (1795¿1821). Together with Lord Byron and Percy Bysshe Shelley, he was a key figure during the second generation of Romantic poets most famous for such poems as "Sleep and Poetry", ¿Ode to a Nightingale", and "On First Looking into Chapman's Homer". Keats died at the age of 25 from tuberculosis, only four years after the first publication of his works. Despite not being praised by critics during his short life, Keats has since become one of the most celebrated English poets to have ever lived. Contents include: ¿Keats, by James Russell Lowell¿, ¿On the Promise of Keats, by George Edward Woodberry¿, ¿A Reading in the Letters of John Keats, by Leon H. Nincent¿, ¿Keats, by Barnette Miller¿, ¿Keats, by Edmund Clarence Stedman¿, ¿Adonais, by Percy Bysshe Shelley¿, ¿Keats, by Frances A. Fuller¿, ¿The Poet Keats¿, ¿Keats, by Richard Watson Gilder¿, ¿For the Anniversary of John Keats's Death, by Sara Teasdale¿, and ¿Keats ¿ A Sonnet, by Florence Earle Coates¿. A fantastic collection of assorted writings that will appeal to poetry lovers and those with a particular interest in the life and work of this incredible literary figure. Ragged Hand is publishing this brand new collection of classic writings now complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

"Fishing with the Fly - Sketches by Lovers of Art" is a wonderful book full of anecdotes, sketches, guides, notes, and more on the subject of fishing, written by various authors. These interesting, informative, and entertaining pieces capture the beauty and art of fishing, and will appeal to those with a keen interest in the subject be it practical or academic. Contents include: "Etchings on a Salmon Stream", "Fly Casting for Salmon", "The Salmon and Trout of Alaska", "Sea-Trout", "Rangeley Brook Trout", "The Grayling", "A Trouting Trip to St. Ignace Island", "The Angler's Greeting", "The Lure", "Fly-fishing in the Yosemite", "How to Cast a Fly", "Trout: Meeting in the Yosemite", "The Poetry of Fly Fishing", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with that in mind that 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 Working Horse" is a fantastic guide to the horses of the British Isles as used for sport and work, including a wealth of equestrian knowledge on such subjects as breeding, breaking, ailments, history, and much more. Profusely illustrated with photographs and diagrams, this timeless volume is not to be missed by horse lovers and owners alike, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Horse-Breeding in the British Isles", "Heavy Draught-Horses: The Shire, The Clydesdale, and the Suffolk", "Park Hacks and Carriage Horses", "A Veterinary Vade-Mecum", "The Conformation of the Horse", "Principles of Shoeing", "Diseases and Injuries of the Feet of the Horse", "How to Tell a Horse's Age", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the care and maintenance of horses.

"British and Foreign horses" is a fantastic guide to horses and equestrianism, exploring in detail different breeds and traditions from around the world. It looks at horses used for sport, pleasure, and work, covering many different breeds and how they are to be selected, managed, housed, treated, and more. Profusely illustrated with vintage photographs and helpful illustrations, this useful volume is not to be missed by horse lovers and owners, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Horse-Breeding in the British Isles", "Hunting", "Training for Hunting", "Riding to Cover", "Riding with Hounds", "Hunters, and How to Train and Treat Them", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction the care and maintenance of horses.

A collection of short stories of horror, black magic and hunting from the searing desert to the darkest jungle. With stories by H. P. Lovecraft, Rider Haggard and Edward Bulwer Lytton

This book is a collection of vintage articles on the subject of playing billiards, with information how to use, maintain, and protect billiard equipment and accessories. Written with the beginner in mind, these accessible and profusely illustrated articles are ideal for novice players, and are not to be missed by collectors of such literature. Contents include: ¿Some Useful Hints for a Start¿W. G. Clifford¿, ¿The Table and Accessories¿John Roberts¿, ¿Care of the Table¿William Smith¿, ¿How to use the Rest¿William Smith¿, ¿How to Use the Rest¿William Smith¿, and ¿Using the Rest and Butts¿Melbourne Inman¿. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on snooker, pool, and billiards.

Elizabeth Blackwell (1821¿1910) was a British physician. She was first woman to study medicine at university in the United States, as well as the first to be put on the Medical Register of the General Medical Council. She was a key reformer in both the United States and the United Kingdom who pioneered the education of women in medicine. Blackwell also played an important role as an organiser of nurses during the American Civil War. Her most notable works include: ¿The Causes and Treatment of Typhus, or Shipfever¿ (1949), ¿The Laws of Life with Special Reference to the Physical Education of Girls¿ (1952), and ¿An Appeal in Behalf of the Medical Education of Women¿ (1856). ¿Who Was Elizabeth Blackwell?¿ contains a fantastic collection of essays by various authors dedicated to Blackwell, together with some of her most significant speeches on the topic of medicine and education. Contents include: ¿Elizabeth Blackwell, by Frances E. Willard and Mary A. Livermore¿, ¿Elizabeth Blackwell, by Charlotte Fell Smith¿, ¿Elizabeth Blackwell, by Alfreda B. Withington¿, ¿Obituary of Elizabeth Blackwell¿, ¿Medicine as a Profession for Women¿, ¿Address on the Medical Education of Women¿, ¿Wrong and Right Methods of Dealing with Social Evil¿, ¿The 'Let Alone' System¿, ¿The Female Regulation System¿, ¿The Repressive System, in Reference to Municipal Action¿, and ¿The Repressive System, in Reference to National Law¿. Brilliant Women - Read & Co. is proudly publishing this brand-new collection of classic essays and speeches for the enjoyment of readers now and in years to come.

This book is thoroughly recommended for the professional and amateur winegrower. Experts on the subject write about the propagation of vines. Contents Include: Propagation of the Vine; Propagation of the Vine, by Seeds, in Open Air, and by Layers; Propagation of Vines; The Propagation and Multiplication of Vines; Propagation; Propagation and the Raising of New Kinds; Propagation of the Grape; Propagation by Single Buds; Propagating Houses. 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.