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This classic book contains a mouth-watering collection of recipes for the making of toffee sweets. With a wealth of information and a a varity of different toffees to make, including 'Chocolate Toffee', 'Scotch Toffee' and 'Peppermint Toffee', this book makes a great addition to anyone's recipe collection. 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.

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.

This volume contains a collection of articles on mead production, with information on its history, development, equipment, methodology, and much more besides. Complete with interesting information and a wealth of insightful, practicable tips, this guide will appeal to discerning brewers and enthusiasts, and makes for a great addition to collections of allied literature. Many antique texts such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are proudly republishing this book - now in an affordable modern edition.

This volume contains a collection of articles on beekeeping, including information on selection, rearing, eggs, and many other aspects of bee breeding. Written in clear, concise language and complete with a wealth of interesting and practicable information, this collection will greatly appeal to the discerning beekeeper. It makes for a great addition to collections of bee-keeping literature. The articles contained herein include: 'A Manual of Bee-Keeping', 'A Modern Bee-Farm and Its Economic Management', 'Bees and Bee Keeping - A Plain and Practical Work', 'The American Bee Keeper's Manual', 'The Mystery of the Hive', and 'The Practical Bee Guide - A Manual of Modern Beekeeping'. We are proud to republish this vintage book, now complete with a new and specially commissioned introduction on beekeeping.

This volume contains a collection of articles on the profits and marketing of beekeeping products, with information on beekeeping, natural history, marketing, and more. Written in clear, concise language and full of interesting and practical information on keeping bees, this is a book that will be of considerable interest to the modem enthusiast, and makes for a worthy addition to collections of bee-keeping literature. The articles contained herein include: 'Bees and Bee Keeping - A Plain and Practical Work'; 'The Honey-Bee - Its Nature, Homes, and Products'; 'The Practical Guide - A Manual for Modern Bee-Keeping'; 'How to Keep Bees for Profit'; end 'Every Step in Beekeeping - A book for Amateur and Professional'. We are proud to republish this antique book, now complete with a new and specially commissioned introduction on bee keeping.

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.

This vintage book explores the colourful history of quilt making in America, looking its origins, development and evolution, influences, popularity, contemporary techniques, and much more. Quilting can refer either to the process of creating a quilt or to the sewing of two or more layers of material together to make a thicker padded material. Typical quilting is done with three layers: the top fabric or quilt top, batting or insulating material in the middle, and then the backing material. With fascinating information and photographs of authentic examples, this is a volume not to be missed by anyone with an interest in quilting. Contents include: "The Romance Of Patchwork", "Quilt Names", "The Quilting Bee", "The Quilt's Place In Art", "The Quilt In The Twentieth Century", "Historical Quilts From Recent Exhibitions", "Gleanings From Old Scrapbooks", "How To Make A Quilt", "Reproductions Of Quilt Patches", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on quilting.

This antique text comprises a collection of easy-to-follow recipes for making old-time jelly sweets as they were made in the past, including information on varieties, methodology, and other helpful tips. The recipes included in this book are concise and simple, making this text perfect for the amateur confectioner and anyone interest in recreating these old-style sweets. A worthy addition to collections of antiquarian confectionery literature, this one is not to be missed by the discerning confectionery enthusiast. The chapters of this book include: Black Current Jujubes, Cream Delight, Creme De Menthe Delight, Fresh Fruit Jujubes, Lemon Delight, Marshmallows, Orange Delight, Turkish Delight, Methods of Setting Jellies, Methods of Finishing Jellies, Turkish Delight, Varieties of Turkish Delight, and much more. This text has been elected for modern republication due to its instructional value, and we are proud to republish it now complete with a new introduction on confectionery

Authored by various experts, this vintage series of books reveals how to create traditional British sweets, long-loved by young and old, and is sure to delight anyone with an interest in old-time confectionary. This edition includes a variety of delicious fudge recipes, including caramel, chocolate, coffee, marshmallow, and peanut butter flavours. Full contents: Confectionery - Aloha Fudge - Angel Food Fudge - Baked Fruit Fudge - Caramel Fudge - Children's Fudge - Chocolate Egg Fudge - Chocolate and Nut Fudge - Cocoa Fudge - Coffee Fudge - College Fudge - Date Fudge - Divinity Fudge - Fluffy Ruffles Fudge - Fig and Raisin Fudge - Honey Cherry Fudge - Marshmallow Chocolate Fudge - Marshmallow Fudge - Maple and Marshmallow Fudge - Maple Fudge - Maple Nut Fudge - Nut Fudge - Pecan Fudge - Trilby Fudge - Peanut Butter Fudge - Princess Fudge - Raspberry Nut Fudge - Sorority Fudge - Southern Fudge - Sultana and Nut Fudge - Fudge With Whipped Cream. We are republishing this charming, classic text in a high quality, affordable edition, complete with a newly written introduction.

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.

This antique book contains a collection of easy-to-follow recipes for making old-time cough sweets as they were made in the past. The recipes included in this book are concise and simple, making this text perfect for the amateur confectioner and anyone interested in recreating these old-style sweets. A worthy addition to collections of antiquarian confectionery literature, this one is not to be missed by the confectionery enthusiast. The chapters of this book include: Cough Candy, Cough Drops, Hoarhound Candy, Irish Moss Cough Candy, Licorice Cough Candy, Brown Cough Drops, Light Cough Drops, Tar Cough Drops, On the Manufacture of Lozenges, Medicated Lozenges, Mixing for Common Mints, and much more. This text has been elected for modern republication due to its timeless instructional value, and we are proud to republish it here complete with a new introduction on confectionery.

This book contains a wealth of classic material on the subject of dairy farming. It includes concise and comprehensive information of feeding, feeding cows, bulls and calves, grass and arable farms, and housing. Provides detailed knowledge on the sex cycle, mating, fertility, calving and lactation and details on frequency of milking, milk composition, butter and cream. A must for any dairy farmer or anyone interested in managing a dairy herd.

This book contains a collection of detailed articles on the methods and rations of feeding cattle for milk production. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming literature and is not to be missed by those with an interest in the entirety of cattle management. The articles contained herein include: 'Dairy Cattle and Milk Production - For the Use of Agricultural College Students and Dairy Farmers', 'Dairy Farmers Encyclopedia', 'Good Milk Farming', 'Milk Cows and Dairy Farming', 'Productive Dairying', and more. We are proud to republish this antiquarian text here complete with a new introduction on farming.

Authored by various experts, these vintage books reveal how to create traditional British sweets, long-loved by young and old, and are sure to delight anyone with an interest in old-time confectionary. This edition features a variety of delicious nougat recipes, including caramel, maple and popcorn flavours, in addition to nougat paste, hard nougat and classic nougatines. Full contents: Confectionery - The Making of Nougats - Caramel Nougat - French Nougat - Maple Nougat - Nougat Montelimart - Nougat With Chopped Walnuts - Norwegian Nougat - Nougat Paste - Popcorn Nougat - Nougats - Rules for Making Hard Nougat - Hard Nougat - Nougatines - Nougat Wafers - Nougat Baskets - for the Baskets - Method of Moulding - Filling the Baskets - to Finish Soft Nougat - Cutting and Wrapping Soft Nougat - French Cream Nougat - Chocolate Cream Nougat - Californian Nougat - Soft Cherry Nougat - Maple Nougat - Neapolitan Nougat - Nougat De Montelimart. We are republishing this charming, classic text in a high quality, affordable edition, complete with a newly written introduction.

Authored by various experts, this vintage series of books reveals how to create traditional British sweets, long-loved by young and old, and is sure to delight anyone with an interest in old-time confectionary. This edition addresses the boiled sweet, from the acid drop and peppermint twist to lemon barley sugar and the honey drop. Full contents: Confectionery - Boiled Sweets - Coating Syrup - Caramel Syrup - Acid Drops - Barley Sugar - Cocoanut Drops - Edinburgh Rock - Lozenges - Twist - Peppermint Twist - Rainbow Twist - Peppermint Drops - Rose Rock - Victoria, Alexandria, and Albertrocks, Etc. - Horehound or Montpellier Drops - Horehound Candy - Lemon Barley Sugar - Barley Sugar Drops - Honey Drops - Clove, Brown Acid, Black Jack, Etc. - White Acid, Rose Acid, Sticks, Etc. - Small Bulls' Eyes and Nelson Balls. We are republishing this charming, classic text in a high quality, affordable edition, complete with a newly written introduction.

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 original source material. This particular instalment, "The Health and Diseases of Rabbits" contains information on the diagnosis and treatment of rabbit ailments. It is intended to illustrate the main aspects of rabbit health and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This book contains a collection of classic articles on the subject of rabbit farming, covering such topics as pelt dressing, killing, marketing and many other aspects related to rabbit farming for profit. This easy-to-digest guide is full of simple instructions and helpful tips, making it ideal for beginners and those looking to get into the practice. Contents include: "Cuniculture (Rabbit Farming)", "Killing For Pelt", "How To Dispose Of Pelt-Rabbit Skins","Rabbit Keeping For Flesh, Wool And Fur", "Management Of Pelt Rabbits", "Marketing Pelts", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on cuniculture.

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 original source material. This particular instalment, "Goat Farming" contains information on breeding, health, feeding and much more. It is intended to illustrate the main aspects of goat farming and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

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 original source material. This particular instalment, "The Origin and History of the Angora Goats" contains information on the geographical distribution of the breed. It is intended to illustrate aspects of Angora history and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork

This book contains a classic guide to breeding and raising goats on a farm, with information on rearing, feeding, common problems and ailments, selection, and many other related aspects. Highly accessible and full of useful information and simple directions, this volume is idea for novice farmers wishing to add goats to their livestock, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of agricultural literature. Contents include: "Goat Farming", "Kidding without Worry", "The Kids", "Disbudding Kids", "Kids", "Kidding", and "Feeding the Kids". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on farming.

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 original source material. This particular instalment, "Goat's Milk and Its Uses" contains information on cheese, butter and milk. It is intended to illustrate the main uses of goat's milk and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This volume contains a collection of classic articles on keeping goats for productive purposes, with information on milk, butter, cheese, meat, and skins. These articles have been selected for the modern reader, and will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in raising and breeding goats for profit. Contents include: "Goat Farming", "Family Goat-Keeping", "Goat Keeping", "Improved Milk Goats", "Starting Right with Milk Goats", "Family Goat-Keeping", "Improved Milk Goats", "Improved Milk Goats", and "Practical Angora Goat Raising". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on farming.