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First published in 1837, "Angling Reminiscences" contains a collection of accounts relating to the author's vast experiences fishing in the rivers and lochs of Scotland. Contents include: "The Riverside", "Another Part of the River", "Room in the Inn", "Interior of a Pool on the River", "Wandle-Weir and Heron-Bill", "The Northern Lochs and Rivers", "Angling Tour to the North-West Highlands", "Carron, Ross-Shire", "Adventures", etc. This informal and intimate collection of reminiscences offer the reader much in the way of useful information pertaining to angling, and as such will appeal to those with an interest in fishing for pleasure or profit. Including expert tips and insights, Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

"Hints on Angling" is a vintage guide to fishing written by Palmer Hackle, ESQ. It offers expert tips and simple instructions for catching a variety of common fish, with sections on equipment, where and when to fish, their habits and habitats, and much more. This volume will be of considerable utility to anglers new and old, and it is not to be missed by the discerning collector of vintage fishing literature. Contents include: "Description of Fish", "The Salmon", "Trout", "Pike", "Perch", "Carp", "Tench", "Barbel", "Bream", "Chub", "Roach", "Dace", "Bleak", "Pope or Ruffe", "Eel", "Loach", "Minnow", "Smelt", "Gudgeon", "Char", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

First published in 1885, this vintage book contains a fantastic guide to fishing for Salmon. Salmon is the name for several species of ray-finned fish in the family Salmonidae, which also includes trout, char, grayling and whitefish. Within this volume, the author presents a complete guide to the subject, with chapters on equipment, seasonal considerations, habit and habitat, fishing with flies, and even salmon farming. Contents include: "On Hooks, Tackle, and Fishing Gear", "Natural History of British Salmonidae", "Salmon-fishing with the Fly", "Chalk-stream Fishing with the Dry Fly, and May-fly Fishing", "Spinning and Bait Fishing for Salmon and Trout", "The Grayling, and Bait-fishing", "Salmon and Trout Culture", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

"Favourite Fish and Fishing" is a simple guide to fishing designed for young or new anglers. This fantastic handbook contains useful information and simple instructions for catching a variety of common fish, making it ideal for those looking for an introduction to the sport. Contents include: "The Black Bass: The Game-fish of the People", "The Love of Fishing", "Youthful Ambition", "The Grayling: The Flower of Fishes", "The Trout: The Angler's Pride", "His Majesty: The Silver King", and "Florida Fish and Fishing". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

"Trout-Fishing for the Beginner" is a fantastic guide to fishing for trout, including chapters on the various methods that can be employed, the equipment required, possible locations, and much more. Written in simple, clear language and illustrated throughout, this book is perfect for beginners and will appeal to trout fishers new and old. Contents include: "The Trout", "Appearance and Surroundings", "Spawning and Growth", "Vision, Hearing, and Smell", "Feeding", "Is Fishing Cruel", "The Seasons: When and Where to Fish", "Drainage, Poachers, Fishing as a National Asset", Artificial Fly Fishing", "Up Stream Fishing", "Downstream Fishing", "The Month of May", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

"The River Dove - With Some Quiet Thoughts on the Happy Practice of Angling" is a 1687 book by John Lavicount Anderson on the subject of fishing and its simple pleasures. John Lavicount Anderdon (1792 - 1874) was an English writer best known for his fishing literature and publications related to Christianity. He was an avid fisherman, and one of the earliest professors of the art of angling. Originally written for circulation among his friends and contemporaries only, "The River Dove" contains numerous anecdotes of Cotton and his country life, with hints on the best methods of following his beloved pastime angling. This vintage book will appeal to those with an interest in fishing and country pursuits in general, and it constitutes a must-read for keen anglers. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with that in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

"I Go A-Fishing" is a vintage book written by W. C. Prime on the subject of angling. Presented as a short story, it offers the reader a tale of various fishing outings, authentically conveying the trials, travails, and successes of anglers when they attempt to venture out into the wilderness to catch fish. A charming tale of fish and fishermen, "I Go A-Fishing" will appeal to keen anglers and those with an interest in the fishing experience. Contents include: "Why Peter Went A-Fishing", "At the Rookery", "Iskander Effendi", "Morning Trout; Evening Talk", "Sunday Morning and Evening", "An Exploring Expedition", "The St. Regis Waters in Old Times", "The St. Regis Waters in Old Times", "The St. Regis Waters Now", "Connecticut Streams", "Among the Franconia Mountains", "On a Mountain Brook", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

"In Fishing Country" is a vintage book on fishing in Canada, particularly in Quebec and Montreal. Rather than being a typical handbook or guide, this volume is more of an informal discourse on the places and people, describing where, when, and why as opposed to how and for what. An interesting and informative read, "In Fishing Country" will appeal to Canadian anglers and those with an interest in angling in these beautiful areas. Contents include: "Old Murray Bay", "Lac Emmuraillé", "The Queteux", "Proving the Rule", "The River", "Jack-o'-Lantern", "T--", "N--", "Ways and Means", "The Brook Trout", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

Dry fly-fishing is an fishing method involving an artificial lure which floats on the surface of the water without getting wet. Originally designed for trout fishing, it is usually considered to be the ultimate fishing technique due to its difficulty in manual skill and the required understanding of the fish and its environment. This vintage book contains a complete guide to this particular mode of angling, written in simple language and profusely illustrated throughout. "Dry-Fly Fishing" will appeal to anglers new and old with an interest in this style, and it is not to be missed by the discerning collector of vintage angling literature. Contents include: "The Object of Fishing", "The Necessity for the Dry-fly", "Objections Answered", "Advantages", "The Apparatus", "A Little Entomology", "Floating Flies", "Instructions", "Tactics", "Drag", "On Wading", "Trout-Stalking", "Dapping", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

This vintage book contains a fantastic guide to fishing, focusing on where, how, and what to fish for. Written with the beginner in mind, it offers expert tips and useful instructions written in clear language for the enjoyment of anglers new and old. Contents include: "Why We Fish", "Mid April Showers", "The May-Fly", "In Summer Evenings", "Among the Falling Leaves", "Method and Methods", "Within a Day from London Town", "On Houghton Water", "In East Anglia", "Over the Border", "Here and There", "Other Fly-Taking Fish", "Ground-feeding Fish", etc. Containing a wealth of timeless information on the subject, "Fishing and Fishers" is not to be missed by keen anglers and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

In the United Kingdom and Ireland, "coarse fishing" is used to refer to angling for coarse fish, which are freshwater fish that are rather than game fish. All Freshwater game fish are salmonids (particularly salmon, trout and char), and therefore coarse fish are freshwater fish that are not salmonids. This vintage book contains a complete guide to angling for these fish, with chapters on everything from equipment and preparation to habit, habitat, and beyond. "Coarse Fishing" will appeal to those with a practical interest in this type of angling, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of angling literature. Contents include: "A Matter for the Cook", "Gear", "The Fish", "The Weir-Pool", "Roach", "A Morning with the Dace", "Carp and Tench", "Bream", "Chub in Summer and Winter", "The Golden Fish", "Shreds and Patches", "Eels", "Pike", "Odds and Ends", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

First published in 1903, this volume contains a comprehensive guide to trout fishing, dealing with everything from habit and habitat to ideal weather conditions, equipment, different techniques, and much more. With useful illustrations and expert tips, "Trout Fishing" will be of considerable utility to anglers new and old, and it is not to be missed by the discerning collector of vintage angling literature. Contents include: "Kinship with the Arts", "The Wind", "The Temperature", "The Light", "Are Trout Cunning?", "Old John, Tim the Terrier, and Others", "Lake and Stream", "The Whustler", "Note to the Second Edition", "Dressings of the Lures Depicted in the Book of Flies", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

This vintage fishing guide contains simple, easy-to-digest instructions and tips for deep-sea fishing, looking at how this particular method of fishing should be approached in and around wrecked sea vessels, fishing banks, reefs, and other similar areas. Deep-sea fishing differs from standard angling in many ways, and is arguably a separate discipline with its own nuances, equipment, and techniques. Because of this, those with an interest in the subject will require particular instruction on the subject, with can be found in this handy and accessible volume for all interested. Contents include: "Long Breach Grounds", "Buoy No. 6", "Buoy No. 4", "Buoy No. 2", "Long Breach Bass Grounds", "Sou'-east and Nor'-east Grounds", "Nor'West Grounds", "Long Beach Stone Pile", "Old Sou' East Grounds", "Fire Island Light-Ship", "Coney Island Mussel Beds", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

"Fishing, Tackle and kits" is a 1919 guide to fishing that concentrates on fishing equipment and its proper use. It contains chapters on all practical aspects of fishing kits and equipment, including what tackles to use and how, the equipment appropriate to different types of fish, cleaning and maintenance, and much more. "Fishing, Tackle and kits" contains a wealth of timeless information and will be of considerable utility to modern fishermen both new and old. Contents include: "Throw back the Little Fellers", "Bass Fishing o' Nights", "Night-Casting Tackle", "Night Water Work", "Going Deep for Them", "Hail to the Spoon", "Wiggle o' Worm", "Playing the Spoon", "Fall Fishing'", "More Fall Baits", "Fall Musky Fishing", "Stream-raised Small-mouth Bass", "The Floating Bass Bug", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with that in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

First published in 1896, this volume contains a record of the author's vast and various experiences fishing for pike, trout, and salmon in the British Isles. Described by the author as a "gossipy record of a sportsman's experiences", this informal and intimate collection of accounts offer the reader much in the way of useful information pertaining to angling, and as such will appeal to those with an interest in fishing for pleasure or for profit. Including expert tips and insights, "Angling Holidays in Pursuit of Salmon, Trout and Pike" will appeal to anglers new and old, and it would make for a worthy addition to any collection of fishing literature. Contents include: "Dovedale Trout and Trent Salmon", "On the Atlantic Coast", "Some Irish Adventures and Experiences", "Dry Fly Fishing and Other Things", "Gwendore, co. Dongal", "Autumn Norfolk Trouting", "The Bann At Coleraine", "The Bann at Kilrea", "The River Shannon", "The River Darenth", "May-Fly on Darenth", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.

This vintage book contains a complete guide to annual and biennial plants. A biennial plant is a flowering plant that requires a period of two years to fully complete its biological life cycle, whereas an annual plant completes its cycle within one year before dying. This volume offers timeless, expert tips on the best annuals and biennials for various garden types, giving instructions on how they should be selected and used. Written in simple, clear language and profusely illustrated, "Annuals & Biennials" is highly recommended for gardens new and old with an interest in the subject. Gertrude Jekyll (1843 - 1932) was a British garden designer, horticulturist, photographer, craftswoman, artist, and writer. She is responsible for designing and creating over 400 gardens in the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States, as well as writing more than 1,000 articles for related magazines. She is credited with having had a significant influence on gardening by both British and American enthusiasts. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of gardening.

This vintage book contains a fantastic guide to gardening, concentrating on wall and water gardens. It contains chapters on the plants native and most favourable to walls and ponds, giving instructions for their planting and propagations as well as common problems, pests, and much more. Contents include: "The Dry-Walled Terrace Garden", "Dry-Walling and Rock-Garden Constructions", "The Rock-Wall in Shade", "Native Plants in the Rock-Wall", "Terrace and Garden Walls", "Some Problems in Wall-Gardening", "When to let the Wall Alone", etc. Gertrude Jekyll (1843 - 1932) was a British garden designer, horticulturist, photographer, craftswoman, artist, and writer. She is responsible for designing and creating over 400 gardens in the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States, as well as writing more than 1,000 articles for related magazines. She is credited with having had a significant influence on gardening by both British and American enthusiasts. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of gardening.

First published in 1856, this vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to falconry, written by Gage Earle Freeman and Francis Henry Salvin. Falconry refers to a method of hunting wild animals in their natural habitat using a trained bird of prey. Traditionally, those who engage in the practice are either falconers (using falcons), or austringers (using hawks or eagles). This fantastical guide contains a wealth of timeless information on the subject, including historical details, chapters on habitat and habit, instructions for breeding and training, tips on selecting the right birds, and much, much more. "Falconry" will appeal to those with an interest in this ancient style of hunting, and it is not to be missed by the discerning collector of related literature. Contents include: "Falconry-Its Claims", "Its History", "Little Generally Known About Hawks", "The 'Blue Hawk'", "Peter Bell", "Long-Winged and Shot-Winged Hawks", "Hard Names not much Affected by Modern Falconers", "Terms used in Falconry", "The young Falconer to Begin with Few Hawks", "One Tiercel", "AN Only Hawk", "The Peregrine Falcon", 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 the original text and artwork.

This vintage book contains a complete guide to aquariums, including information on their construction, maintenance, plants, and their inhabitants and how they can be studied by the amateur naturalist. Full of expert tips and simple instructions, this fantastic volume constitutes a must-read for anyone with an interest in maintaining an aquarium for pleasure or study. Contents include: "The Principles on Which Aquaria are Constructed", "Practical Directions for Making an Aquarium", "The Plants Suitable for an Aquarium, and Where to Find Them", "The Animals Suitable for the Aquarium", "Fresh-water Mollusca", "The Fish", "The Reptiles", "Insects and Larvae", "Insect Transformations", 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 a new, affordable, modern edition complete with the original text and artwork.

This vintage book contains a fantastic guide to bird watching by James E. Harting. Based on twenty years of observation, it contains a wealth of useful and interesting information only a seasoned expert in the field could hope to impart to the curious enthusiast. Highly recommend for English birdwatchers and collectors of vintage bird watching literature. Contents include: "The Kestrel", "The Short-Eared Owl", "The Thrush", "The Blackbird", "The Robin", "The Fieldfare", "The Blackcap", "The Whitethroat", "The Garden Warbler", "The Great Titmouse", "The Blue Titmouse", "The Coal Titmouse", "The Crested Titmouse", etc. James Edmund Fotheringham Harting (1841 - 1928) was an English ornithologist and naturalist. Other notable works by this author include: "The Birds of Middlesex" (1866), "Rambles in Search of Shells" (1876), and "Ostriches and Ostrich Farming" (1877). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

"Seeds, Foods, and Wild Plants for Cage Birds" is an exhaustive guide to the various types of seed that can be used as bird food. There are many different types of plant that produce seed suitable for birds, and this volume offers descriptions of these plants together with instructions on how and when to extract the seeds. It also contains sections on the constituents and properties of seeds used for the feeding of birds, making this volume a must-have for bird breeders and owners with an interest in gathering their own birdseed. Contents include: "The Constitute Parts of Seeds", "Canary Seeds", "Millet Seeds", "Rape Seeds", "Linseed, of Flax", "Hemp Seed", "Maw Seed", "Niger Seed", "Teazle Seed", "Thistle and Hardheads", "Gold of Pleasure", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

First published in 1933, this volume deals with the dissection of animals, focusing on that of the rabbit. Written in simple, clear language and full of helpful diagrams, this volume will appeal to students with an interest in animal dissection and related subjects. Contents include: "Laboratory Method", "Tools", "Sharpening of Tools", "Drawings", "Laboratory Notes", "The Use of a Dissecting Lens", "Preparation for Laboratory Work", "Textbooks", "Laboratory Work", "The Axial Skeleton", "The Skull of the Dog", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.

This book contains a classic treatise on dogs, exploring their history and evolution, breeding, varieties, characteristics, training, uses for sport and work, and much, much more. This comprehensive handbook is full of fascinating and practical information that will be of considerable utility to breeders, keepers, and enthusiasts; and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of canine literature. Contents include: "Saluki", "Afghan", "Borzoi", "Greyhound", "Whippet", "Irish Wolfhound", "Deerhound", "Great Dane", "Alsatian Wolfdog", "Keeshonde", "Samoyed", "Elkhound", "Bloodhound", "Foxhound", "Beale", "Bassett", "Dachshund", "Flat-Coated Retriever", "Labrador", "Wire-Haired Fox-Terrier", 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.