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This antiquarian volume contains a comprehensive treatise on democracy and education, being an introduction to the 'philosophy of education'. Written in clear, concise language and full of interesting expositions and thought-provoking assertions, ...

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First published in the early 1900s, The Tailors Classical and Infallible Text Book is a timeless volume containing a multitude of patterns for outfits that are perfect for men, women and children. Originally intended for tailors, this collection o...

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This compact volume is a complete and handy guide to cutting gentlemen's clothing, including tips for trousers, vests, coats, and more.Gentlemen s Garment Cutting is Percival Thickett s pattern-making book for men s clothing. The complete guide fe...

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This book contains a vintage guide to making clothes for men, with information on tools, materials, different styles, fitting, cutting, and much more. With step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations, this volume is ideal for the novice ta...

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Originally published in 1934, this book contains a wealth of information on Shintoism, the indigenous religion of Japan, and is highly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of any with an interest in Japanese culture and religion.

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First published in 1923 Leslie Schon's The psychology of golf was aimed at improving the readers mental game in golf. Though written many years ago now, few books have equaled this volume in explaining how the mind one of the most important areas ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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Originally published in 1929, this early work by Alexander Berkman is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It is designed as an introduction to Communist Anarchism and outlines the main philosophical principles of the concept. Thi...

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This antiquarian book contains a detailed guide to building and using radio control systems for model ships, boats, and aircraft. Complete with step-by-step instructions and a wealth of helpful diagrams, this book is perfect for those with a keen ...

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An illustrated guide to the Montessori method of childhood development and education, written by the renowned Italian physician Dr. Maria Montessori.The Montessori method has become a popular approach to educating and nurturing children s developm...

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The plays collected within this volume are social dramas and tragedies. They bear witness to human suffering, and to fine yet vain struggles to vanquish this suffering. Four of these plays were written in prison, others were banned. This early wor...

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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 ...

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This volume contains a vintage article on the subject of Italian organ music, being a detailed history of its origins and development with reference to notable players and composers. "e;Italian Organ Music"e; will appeal to those with a lo...

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This modern reprint of the original scores features clear, large margins, making it ideal for students and musicians alike. Johannes Brahms (1833 - 1897) was a seminal German composer and pianist. He was incredibly popular and influential during h...

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From Nobel Prize winning author Sigrid Undset, The Garland is a captivating coming-of-age story set to the vivid backdrop of 14th-century Norway. This classic romance novel is the first installment in the much-loved Kristin Lavransdatter trilogy.K...

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The second volume in the classic Kristin Lavransdatter trilogy, The Mistress of Husaby continues the story of Kristin's eventful life as she adjusts to newly married life and the troubles of motherhood in medieval Norway.Opening with Kristin s arr...

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This vintage handbook provides practical instructions in the art of French Polishing - a wood finishing technique. Illustrated with diagrams throughout, it is still of use to anyone interested in classic woodcrafts and traditional wood finishing t...

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This beautiful Asbjornsen and Moe folk tale anthology features wondrous stories from Nordic and Norwegian folklore, accompanied by Kay Nielsen's masterful artwork.Edited and collated by Peter Christen Asbj rnsen and J rgen Engebretsen Moe, East of...

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Old French Fairy Tales is a collection of french folklore and fairytales, penned by Sophie Rostopchine, Countess of Segur (1799 - 1874). Segur was a French writer of Russian birth, best known today for her novel Les Malheurs de Sophie (Sophie's mi...

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This antiquarian book contains a simple and accessible guide to curing meat, with a particular focus on using 'Morton's Salt' and including instructions for sausage making. This easy-to-digest and profusely illustrated guide will appeal to those w...

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This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to pigeon diseases, and includes information on diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. This accessible and informative guide contains a wealth of information that would be of utility to the modern pi...

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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, a...

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A wonderful collection of vintage patterns and instructions for knitting a range of soft toys for children, including animal toys, dolls, a clown, and more. With simple, step-by-step directions and a wealth of helpful tips, this book provides a wi...

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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 ...

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This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the ...

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This semi-autobiographical short story details how Charlotte Perkins Gilman suffered from postpartum depression and was forced to endure lonely isolation intended to cure hysteria.An unnamed woman regales her story through diary entries as she suf...

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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 ...

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This early work by Ford Madox Ford was originally published in 1924 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introduction. This is part one of Ford's hugely successful Parade's End tetralogy that has now been adapted into a BBC television d...

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This early work by Ford Madox Ford was originally published in 1925 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introduction. This is part two of Ford's hugely successful Parade's End tetralogy that has now been adapted into a BBC television d...

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