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The Banbury Cross Series was a collection of 12 volumes of books edited by Grace Rhys and published in London by Dent in the 1890s. Each book is attractively illustrated with full page and partial page pen and ink drawings in a classic Art Nouveau style by leading artists of the era. Sleeping Beauty...

Originally published in the 1930s. An exciting yet moving true story of a mans life and travels with nomadic Arabs and their world famous Arabian horses. Many illustrations and details of this wonderful breed of horse. Many of the earliest horse books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and...

This vintage book contains a collection of true stories concerning the unbelievable feats and accomplishments of various dogs, many of whom were known by the author. From firefighting and life-saving to catching thieves and beyond, these uncanny stories illustrate just how amazing man's best friend...

The Banbury Cross Series was a collection of 12 volumes of books edited by Grace Rhys and published in London by Dent in the 1890s. Each book is attractively illustrated with full page and partial page pen and ink drawings in a classic Art Nouveau style by leading artists of the era. Here the Eastern...

"The Rhymester or; The Rules of Rhyme" is a comprehensive guide to rhyming, being a dictionary of rhymes, an examination of classical measures with comments on burlesque, comic verse, and song-writing. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in poetry- and song-writing,...

This antiquarian book contains a treatise on the subject of realism in acting, by the inventor of method acting, Konstantin Sergeievich Stanislavski. A fascinating and detailed text written by one of the founding fathers of modern acting technique, this book is the perfect guide for the aspiring actor...

Originally published in 1877. Many of the earliest books on weaving, textiles and needlework, 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...

A great look at the role of the hero in society, often as a driving force through history. A must read for any keen amateur historian wishing to see the big picture.

After a young cockney secretary named Miss Begonia Brown is confronted by a number of men and women who have good reason to complain of the way they have been treated by their governments, she suggests that they take their grievances to the Court of International Justice at The Hague. After the British...

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 play presents a classic tale from Irish Mythology, concerning Deirdre and Conchubar, the King of Ulster. Conchubar wishes Deirdre to be his Queen but Deirdre has fallen for Naisi, son of Usna. This book is a must have for anyone with an interest in Irish Mythology or anyone wishing to read the...

“Bird Life at Home and Abroad” is a wonderful little volume full of anecdotes and observations related to bird watching across the globe. These musings and recollections are highly readable and interesting, and are not to be missed by fans of ornithology or nature writing. Contents include: “The...

First published in 1861, "Shakespeare: His Birthplace and its Neighbourhood" contains a detailed history of the English town Stratford-upon-Avon and its surrounding areas by John R. Wise. John Richard de Capel Wise (1883 - 1890) was an English writer, journalist, and editor. Other notable...

This is a 1919 biography of the author's grandfather, William Smith. It explores the life of this traditional English potter-turned-farmer in nineteenth-century rural England. Highly recommended for those with an interest in English life in the nineteenth century. Contents include: “Farnborough”,...