Hesperides Press imprint: 151 books

A Commentary on Macaulay's History of England. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

"Out of a lifetime's experience of playing church organs, Dr. Conway speaks in this book to all, from the youngest novice to the experienced expert - about his job. It is the perfect handbook for the organist at whatever level of achievement - authoritative, comprehensive and simple. Everything is...

"This book is a simple and handy guide for those whose knowledge of English is incomplete or 'rusty'. Sections deal with common errors in expression, similar words with different meanings, punctuation, hints on style, etc. An ideal reference book for the home or office." Many of the earliest books,...

Originally published in 1938, this fascinating book was 'intended for the ordinary citizen, the sort of man or woman who is going to be killed if Britain is raided again from the air'. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and...

Originally published in 1929 by the Rosicrucian Press, "Here, for the first time, is a simple system whereby anyone may determine the fortunate and unfortunate daily, monthly and yearly periods of his life, thereby knowing when to do and when not to do anything that has an important bearing upon the...

When I first began to collect materials for this work it was my intention, to divide the book into two parts. Of these I intended the first to be concerned only with the facts of animal intelligence, while the second was to have treated of these facts in their relation to the theory of Descent. Finding,...

This vintage book contains a detailed biography of William Blake. William Blake (1757–1827) was an English painter and poet. As with many of his ilk, Blake's artistic endeavours were unrecognised during his lifetime, but he is considered today to be one of the most seminal figures in the history...

Originally published in the 1930s, this is a comprehensively detailed guide to ventriloquism by a master of the art. The first art relates to the mechanism of ventriloquial voice, and describes the principles on which the art of ventriloquism is based and the correct methods of applying those principles....

This history of the University of Rochester at Rochester, New York, has been prepared by Jesse Leonard Rosenberger primarily for those who are in one way or another interested in the university and who wish to know somewhat in detail concerning its peculiar origin; the sound, liberal principles on...

Originally published in the 1930s this is a fascinating examination, using documents and eye-witness accounts, of the famous Paris Commune. Contents include: The End of An Empire; The Government of National Defence; The National Assembly; The Eighteenth of March; The Government of Monsieur Assi; The...

This is a classic guide to 'Ikebana', the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging. It explores the different elements and styles of Ikebana, offering useful tips and detailed descriptions. With photographs and illustrations, it is perfect or beginners and not to be missed by anyone with an interest...

A book is occasionally misunderstood or misappraised as something it never had any intention of being. This one is not intended to be a statistical immigration treatise, and still less a controversial polemic. Nor has it any pre tension towards being a technical work on sociology, politics, or economics....

This book contains an unusual biography of the well-known Finnish composer Jean Sibelius, focusing mainly on the man behind the music. Preface: 'It is not our intention in this book to enter into competition with the numerous responsible and subtle commentators, who have analysed and described Jean...

This vintage book contains a fascinating and insightful chronicle of American life in the reign of the Georges. Full of interesting historical information and unique insights, this text will be considerable utility to readers and students with an interest in the courageous Englishmen sea-voyagers...