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The fascinating story of the first major airborne operation in history, the swift, bloody tale of the Fallschirmjäger of the German Wehrmacht as they battled and won the battles to capture the island of Crete. The drama of Crete marks an epic in warfare. The concept of the operation was highly imaginative,...

This text contains a comprehensive guide to veneering, including information on tools, the processes of different veneers, and repairing faults. Complete with a plethora of photographs and all the information one could possibly want to know concerning the process of veneering, this text is ideal for...

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 vintage book contains a detailed guide to making a range of tea cosies, including step-by-step directions for knitting, crocheting, and embroidery. With simple instructions and all the measurements needed, this book is ideal for the novice, and would make for a lovely addition to collections...

This book contains a lovely collection of fretwork patterns. With a wide range of chapters, from 'Kitchen Accessories' to 'Children's Toys', this book is perfect for anyone with an interest in the craft. Clearly layed out and with explanatory diagrams, this book is easy to follow and has projects...

This book contains a beautiful collection of vintage crochet patterns for the making of afghan throws and rugs. Including a quick introduction to making afghans and several different styles, there is something for everyone. Perfect for keeping warm in the colder months, or adding a lovely addition...

This book contains a comprehensive guide to the successful growing of mushrooms, written with the absolute beginner in mind. Complete with detailed diagrams and photographs, this handbook is a must-have for anybody looking to grow mushrooms in large numbers and constitutes a great addition to any...

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...

Teach yourself to repair and rescue your favourite leather boots and shoes. 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 book is a collection of vintage articles about designing and building punts and canoes. With detailed diagrams and a wealth of useful tips, these timeless articles will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in making their own small boats and is not to be missed by collectors of...

This text contains a detailed but easy-to-follow guide on making wooden stools. Giving instructions on a variety of different types of stool, this text is perfect for those with an interest in hand-crafting stools for use in a variety of situations and rooms. A great book for the amateur and seasoned...

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to knitting a variety of items of clothing for babies, with directions for making hats, caps, mittens, bootees, and more. With simple instructions and helpful diagrams, this volume is ideal for the novice, and would make for a fantastic addition to the family...

This antiquarian volume contains a comprehensive guide to clock repair, with information on barrels, fuses, mainsprings, balance springs, pivots, depths, train wheels, and common stoppages of watches. Written in clear, plain language and profusely illustrated with simple, useful illustrations, this...

This vintage book is detailed instructions for the making of dolls house furniture and accessories. With simple, step instructions and helpful illustrations, this volume is highly recommended for those with little previous experience and is not to be missed by collectors of vintage literature of this...