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This antiquarian volume comprises a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of preparing duck for the marketplace, containing information on eggs, feathers, manure, killing, and other aspects of market preparation. Complete with simple, clear instructions and a wealth of valuable and practical hints and tips, this timeless text constitutes a must-read for those with little experience in keeping ducks for commercial gain. The chapters of this book include: 'Marketing', 'Wax Method of Plucking', 'Marketing Duck Eggs', 'Selling Duck Feathers', 'Duck Manure', 'Marketing of Duck Eggs', 'Local Markets', 'Acorns', 'Packed Eggs', 'Storing Eggs', 'Passenger Train Rates', 'Goods Train', 'Returned Empties', 'Cleaning Duck Eggs', etcetera. We are proud to republish this antique book, now complete with a new introduction on poultry farming.

Originally published in 1916, this early work by American philosopher and educational reformist John Dewey is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It details Dewey's ideas on Educational Philosophy and the formation of the mind in relation to society. This fascinating work is highly recommended for anyone interested in the concept of individuality during the early twentieth century along with its educational doctrines. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Part of the successful county folklore series - this book is packed full of superstitions, customs and old wives tales. A great book for anybody in or around Leicestershire and Rutland, or with an interest in the rich folklore of the United Kingdom. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's 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.

Peter Lund Simmonds (1814-1897), a Danish-born newsagent and journalist who lived in England. Alongside his editorial career, he was also interested in food, agriculture, international trade and polar exploration, and published several scientific studies. Originally published in 1877, this antique text contains information on the history, botanical characteristics, chemical properties and medicinal uses of hop varieties. It is ideal for anyone interested in natural history, botany, and the history and cultivation of hops and beer. Contents: Peter Lund Simmonds; History, Botany, Economic Uses, and Chemistry of Hops; Medicinal Uses of Hops. We are republishing this vintage work in a high quality, modern and affordable edition, featuring a specially written concise biography and reproductions of the original illustrative tables.