Davies Press imprint: 13 books

George Gordon Byron (aka Lord Byron), later Noel, 6th Baron Byron of Rochdale FRS was a British poet and a leading figure in Romanticism. He is regarded as one of the greatest British poets and remains widely read and influential, both in the English speaking world and beyond. Byron was profoundly...

This is the complete score for Sir Edward Elgar 1899 song cycle, “Sea Pictures, Op. 37”. It consists of five songs written by a number of poets set for contralto and orchestra. The songs include: "Sea Slumber Song" by Roden Noel; "In Haven (Capri)" by Caroline Alice Elgar,...

Originally published in 1813, this early work by German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. Originally published as his doctoral dissertation and then later re-published, it outlines his cornerstone arguments on the subject of knowing. This fascinating...

Essays in Our Changing Order is split into three sections, Essays in Economics, Miscellaneous Papers, and War Essays. Veblen was in reality was one of those rare men who may be said to have been ahead of his time, ahead in the sense that what he said and thought was destined to be accepted by succeeding...

This early work on actuarial science is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It contains details on the principles of interest, annuities, life contingencies, endowments and much more. Complete with all the relevant formulas, this is a fascinating work and is thoroughly recommended...

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. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the...

This antiquarian book contains a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to French polishing. French Polishing is the art of covering wood with a layer of lac laid on in solution, the object being to produce a highly polished surface. Containing easy-to-follow instructions and helpful illustrations, this...

This early work on electrical vocabulary is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It contains an extensive list of definitions for the terms and phrases used in electrical engineering and the electrical trades. This is a fascinating work and is thoroughly recommended for anyone with...

I hope that this little book may serve as an introduction for some to the very interesting borderland between physics and music. It is a borderland in which the co-operation of musicians and physicists may have important results for the future of music.

“The Practical Gold-Worker” is a comprehensive handbook designed for goldsmiths and jewellers, containing information on alloying, melting, reducing, colouring, collecting, refining, and much more. Clearly written and beginner-friendly, this volume is ideal for students and apprentices. Contents...

Originally published early 1900's. The illustrated contents contain detailed chapters and plans for building small windmills: Windmill Evolution - A Working Model - Designs for Building a six foot and a ten foot working windmill - Electricity production by wind power.- Design and Output etc. Many...

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.

This antique volume contains a detailed treatise on the various problems that may be encountered in relation to keeping and breeding animals on a farm. It encompasses information on pregnancy, sterility, birth, and other aspects of animal breeding. Complete with concise information, helpful advice,...