Home Farm Books imprint: 175 books
by Walter Wright
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2017
This vintage book contains a comprehensive handbook on gardening, with instructions on every aspect from starting out to maintaining a picturesque flower garden. Written in simple language and profusely illustrated, this volume is perfect for budding gardeners and would make for a fantastic addition...
by Wilfred Partington
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
“Smoke Rings and Roundelays - Pipes and Tobacco” is a 1924 collection of prose and verse by Wilfred Partington, all connected through the common theme of the joys of smoking. Dealing with tobacco, pipes snuff, cigars and more, these charming pieces are sure to entertain those with an interest...
by William Haynes
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Originally published in 1928, this book deals in a clear and concise way with all the fundamentals of dog breeding. Contents include: Reproduction - Variation - Heredity - Selection - Pedigree Studies - Breeding Systems - The Stud Dog - The Brood Bitch - Puppies - Dog Breeding Calculator - Bibliography....
by George Sturt
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
This volume contains a detailed insight into the life and work of the wheelwright. The object of “The Craftsman Series” is to make this literature available in a form convenient for school use. The series consists entirely of books in which the craftsman speaks for himself, and in every volume...
by Richard Jefferies
Language: English
Release Date: May 6, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: May 6, 2015
When the Folk-Lore Society suggested the collecting of county folk-lore, the writer sent a circular August 189 to all clergymen, school-teachers, and some others in Argyle and its attached islands, asking if they would assist. Headings for the various subjects and hints on the best methods of collecting...
by V. Stephanitz
Language: English
Release Date: March 25, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: March 25, 2011
Originally published in Germany in 1923, “The German Shepherd Dog in Word and Picture” is the English translation of what is probably the most important book ever published on this popular breed. This volume is highly recommended for owners and breeders alike, and it would make for a fantastic...
Standard Blacksmithing, Horseshoeing and Wagon Making - Twelve Lessons in Elementary Blacksmithing, Adapted to the Demand of Schools and Colleges of Mechanic Arts
Tables, Rules and Receipts Useful to Manufacturers, Machinists, Engineers and Blacksmiths - A Rational Treatise on Horseshoeing and the Anatomy of the Foot of the Horse, Suited to the Demand of Horseraisers, Veterinarians, Farriers and
Language: English
Release Date: September 29, 2017
This volume contains a course of twelve lessons on blacksmithing, horseshoeing, and wagon making, originally designed for schools and technical colleges. With helpful tables, simple diagrams, and a wealth of handy tips, this volume will be of considerable utility to modern readers looking for an introduction...
by David Low
Language: English
Release Date: September 29, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: September 29, 2017
This fascinating essay by David Low explores in detail what divides members of the animal kingdom, as well as the concept of "external form". Low looks at history, geography, biology, and natural history in an adventurous attempt to better understand our animal counterparts. "Divisions...
by Violet Biddle
Language: English
Release Date: October 22, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: October 22, 2015
“Small Gardens And How To Make The Most Of Them” is a vintage guide to gardening designed for people with restricted space for their plants and flowers. It offers the reader information on what the best plants for smallholdings are, with details on when and where to plant, propagation, hybrids,...
by F. G. Jenyns
Language: English
Release Date: September 15, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: September 15, 2017
This book contains a detailed guide to bees and bee-keeping, with chapters on history, anatomy, habits, common problems, and much more. Profusely illustrated and full of timeless information, "A Book about Bees" constitutes a must-read for modern bee-keepers and is not to be missed by collectors...
by William Miles
Language: English
Release Date: October 26, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: October 26, 2017
This is a detailed treatise on horse-shoeing, with chapters on everything from training horses to be shod, to treating and curing common diseases and more. With authentic photographs and helpful diagrams, this volume will appeal to modern horse owners and farriers alike, and it is not to be missed...
by Elsie Mochrie
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Originally published in 1927, this handy book contains masses of information for both the beginner and expert that is still practical and useful today, and is highly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of anyone with an interest in the subject. Contents Include: Simple Weaving; A Simple Braid...
by John Philipson
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013
This vintage book contains a detailed guide to the harnesses used for driving and carriage horses, with remarks on the use of the cape cart, directions for grooms and coachmen regarding their duties, dress, and how to drive a cart. With simple diagrams and a wealth of invaluable information, this...
Vegetables For Profit - No. 4
Mushrooms, Cucumbers, Tomatoes And Salads For Profit - The Cultivation of Chicory, Corn Salad, Cucumbers, Dandelion, Endive, Lettuce, Mushrooms, Mustard, Cress, Radishes, Spring Onions, Tomatoes, and Watercress for Market.
Language: English
Release Date: January 31, 2018
This book contains a comprehensive guide to growing vegetables for profit, with a special focus on cultivating mushrooms, cucumbers, tomatoes, and salads. A fantastic guide full of insider tips, simple instructions, and helpful illustrations, this volume is not to be missed by those with an interest...