Originally published in 1931. A history of the growth of a typical English town from its humble beginnings as a hut in the forest. The Beginning - The Village - The Danelagh - Under the Norman - Charter and Gild Merchant - Changes and Chances - The Fair -... [More...]

Originally published in 1913, this is a wonderfully detailed and simple guide to, first, growing and then cooking your own vegetables. A hugely useful tome for the kitchen gardener, written with simple, easy to follow instructions and hints and tips. Many... [More...]

INTRODUCTION: No story of the sea has ever perplexed and fascinated men so strangely as the affair of the Mary Celeste. There is something about that conundrum of an empty ship, found in mid-ocean, with not a soul aboard and not a clue to explain what... [More...]

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.

Originally published in 1909. The author was an expert shot and describes his experiences of small game shooting on some of the best sporting estates in the British Isles. Contents Include: Grouse Driving - Partridge Driving - October Pheasants and Boundary... [More...]

This early works on Modern Bee-Keeping is the revised edition and was published in 1933. Extensively illustrated with over 100 illustrations it is an absobing collection of information and will still be useful and practical today. Many of the earliest... [More...]

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text... [More...]

Originally published in the 1920s. The fascinating story of Bishop James Hannington and his work for the Church and eventual martyrdom in Uganda. The book is illustrated with photographs and illustrations. Many of the earliest books, particularly those... [More...]

Originally published in 1885. This early works is a fascinating collection of tales for sportsmen and still an interesting read today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and... [More...]

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.