Pierides Press imprint: 55 books

Fasting has long been connected with worship and penitence, many religious orders and tribal cultures use fasting. This book explores the reason for fasting and the special connection it has for the participants. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before,...

The folklore and myths of Scandinavia is fascinating and enchanting. This book looks into the creation myths of the Finnish people and the tales of Iceland. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We...

The Saluki - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from a comprehensive range of books, many...

Portugal's countryside is beautiful and remote, steeped in rich folktales and deep religious superstition. This book is a fabulous window into an unseen old world. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive....

The vast Mongolian steppe is a place that few people will ever get to see. This enthralling book is a glimpse into the mysticism and stories spawned by this incredible landscape and rugged nomadic people. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now...

The Hebrides in western Scotland is a windswept and wild country and this is reflected in the folklore of this awe inspiring place. 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.

The history of the gypsies is a confusing and exciting one. From their first appearance in Europe to the persecution that had them banned from cities and hunted. This book is a great insight into an entire race dislocated with the rest of Europe.

Morris dancing is unique to the British Isles. In this book we explore the rich history of this long standing tradition. 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.

This antiquarian book contains Anthony Trollope’s 1912 novel, "Phineas Finn". It tells the story of a young barrister called Phineas who attracts the attention of Lord Tulla, and becomes a member of Parliament for Loughshane. He makes many friends and is eventually elevated to high society,...

In glancing at the superstitions connected with Scottish lochs and springs, we are called upon to scan a chapter of our social history not yet closed. 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...

Widowhood is not easy, as those who decry it are only too willing to say, but neither is it hard. Those who are willing to study the methods set out here will find that even if they only possess one small loft, and even if they cannot give much time to their birds, they will be able to achieve success...

A guide to the propagation of plants. Contents Include: Propagation by Seed; Propagation by Bulbs, Corms, and Tubers; Propagation by Division; Propagation by Runners; Propagation by Suckers; Propagation by Layers; Propagation by Cuttings; Propagation by Leaves; Propagation by Roots; Propagation by...

This early work is a fascinating read for any gardening enthusiast or historian, but contains much information that is still useful and practical today. It is a thoroughly recommended title for the amateur or professional arborist's shelf. Contents Include: Trial and Error, Pears, Pests and Diseases...

This antiquarian work contains a comprehensive guide to the many variations in the lever escapement of clocks, with information on history, manufacture, popularity, and evolution. Complete with detailed diagrams and a wealth of interesting information on the subject, this text will be of much value...