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Portrays the beauty of this age-old craft of letter carving in stone, alongside practical instruction. This book guides through the basics of letter carving, drawn lettering and making simple designs; explains a proportioning system for classical Roman capitals; and demonstrates a useful approach to designing letterform variations.

Snowdonia has a great story to tell, of ancient oceans, mountains, volcanoes and climate change. The mountain landscape of Snowdonia is the result of everything that has happenend to it over geological time - the product of the ancient landscapes that went before it, and fragments of which are preserved by rocks and landforms within the landscape.

Repairing, even just painting, an old house with some of today''s conventional building materials could begin processes leading to decay, or bring about changes that erode interest and value. Old house owners have a big investment to protect and many will want to do this as economically and sustainably as possible.

This title charts the evolution and history of one of Britain's principal commercial vehicle manufacturers. Commer underwent several name changes as it acquired, and was acquired by, several other companies. whilst creating some of the world's most innovative commercial vehicles.

This profusely illustrated volume forms a step-by-step instruction manual on the repair of mechanical clocks and watches. Donald de Carle was a Fellow of the British Horological Institute, and the author of many standard works on the subject of horology, who based his writings on many years of practical experience.

This text is written for all companies, student and professional, who are interested in non-text-based theatre and aims to shine a practical light on the passionate business of the devising process.

This volume illustrates the evolving patterns issued to the Waffen-SS, from the first "plane-tree" pattern to the rare 1945 "Leibermeister", including several "mystery" patterns. It contains rare original uniforms, from private collections, photographed in colour and worn by live models.

In this follow-up to the successful Complete Car Modeler 1, Gerald Wingrove takes the aspiring modeler to the next level by describing in detail the process and skills involved in the construction of his world-famous 1/15 scale models. His example subject throughout the book is the fabulous Weinberger Bugatti Royale. Thus the re-creation of the Royale, including all engine and chassis detail, is revealed step-by-step. The book includes full plans for the Bugatti Royale, not previously published.

Leather is a strong and versatile material, which is highly suitable for handicrafts. Anyone can learn the techniques of leatherworking, and with some basic tools and a little patience can produce articles that are both aesthetically pleasing and practical.

For those living in Britain between 1939 and 1945, the war was an ever-present reality. Huge numbers of objects relating to the war effort at home were manufactured and became commonplace in homes up and down the land. This work talks about this issue.

An accessible bowling manual that any seam or swing bowler playing at any level can understand. It reveals the secrets of fast bowling and explains how it is possible to simultaneously bowl fast, straight and accurately.

Intended for sea trout anglers, this book contains information, tips, and advice for those who wish to improve their sea trout fishing. It includes information on how to fish at night, in rivers with low-water conditions, in estaurine and coastal waters, and sea and freshwater lochs, along with a discussion of tackle and tactics.

Driveways, paths and patios are an essential part of most properties, and this comprehensive book provides a detailed explanation of exactly how they are designed, planned, and constructed. It describes the range of tools and equipment needed, and also details the constructions of kerbs and edging and laying methods for flags, block paving.

Contains information on about 90,000 watchmakers working between the late sixteenth and early twentieth centuries. This directory is useful for watchmakers and clockmakers, collectors, dealers, museums, historians and libraries. Working dates include, where known, dates and places of birth, apprenticeship, freedom, marriage and death.

"Making Stage Props" is a title for anyone involved in prop-making who wishes to explore the wealth of materials and techniques open to them.

The good-looking DB7 was by far the most numerous of all Astons. Developed under the ownership of Ford, it was intended to add a higher-volume strand to Aston Martin's range, and when the good-looking car was launched in 1993 it soon became obvious that this was sound policy. This book tells the story of the family of sports cars.

Deals with one of the finest sporting firearms ever invented - the shotgun. This title includes various types of shotgun that ranges from the sidelock ejector, to the everyman gun, the humble economy single barrel.

A guide to designing scenery of various kinds for a variety of stages. It takes you through the process of turning initial ideas and sketches into final sets that enhance the audience's understanding of the play. Photographs of stage sets are included, together with illustrations, stage plans, technical drawings, and models and colour renderings.

Aimed at swimmers of various levels of ability, young or old, novice or expert, coaches, and trainers. This book explains the sport of swimming, and analyses the strokes from the beginning stages through to advanced competition. It is illustrated with underwater and above-water colour photographs.

This is a handbook for anyone interested in bringing a creative, contemporary approach to the ancient craft of blacksmithing, and for those already hooked who want to improve and expand their skills.

Riding a Dressage Test demystifies the requirements for dressage competition at preliminary, novice and elementary levels. The international dressage judge, David Trott, explains in an easy-to-understand way exactly what the judge expects to see in the different movements of the tests. In addition, an example of each test movement is given, with comprehensive guidelines for riding the movements correctly. This book, together with its stable companion, Preparing for a Dressage Test, is essential reading for both trainers and riders and will help competitors to maximize their test-riding potential.

A remarkable photographic recreation of the appearance of the Norse explorers, invaders and colonists of 8th-11th century Europe. The combination of specialist photography and ''living history'' societies allows us to study and record the appearance and lifestyle of the Vikings: the Norse costume, weapons, armor, tools and homes. Europa Militaria Special 6.

Tae Kwon Do is a sport, a martial art, a fun way to keep fit and a means of self-defence that is suited to the modern age. Topics include: the grading system; the stances, weapons and vulnerable points of the body; and the training principles for strength, flexibility and speed.

This guide shows players and coaches at all levels how to acquire the skills of wrist-spin bowling. Areas covered include: the basic techniques step-by-step; solving bowling problems; how to bat against wrist-spins; mental and physical preparation for matches; and tactics to use.

This is essential reading for parents-to-be. It reveals the meanings of over four thousand names, both well known and less well known, and explains their origins from many languages, ancient and modern. With this book you can discover the real meaning of your own name, and find the perfect name for your baby.

A guide to river fly-fishing for trout and grayling in the rivers of the UK. It includes topics such as: the history of river fly-fishing; the types and natures of the streams and rivers in which trout, sea trout and grayling are found; the behaviour of the fish and of the creatures they eat; tackle, equipment, flies and knots; and more.

In this book, the author has dealt with the usual faults likely to develop in each type of movement in general use; from the lordly grandfather to the humble alarm. All the tools and equipment are described and illustrated, together with the ways of using them.

A comprehensive guide to training a Border Collie both for agricultural work and sheep dog trialling. Containing tips and advice and illustrated throughout, this title aims to offer a key to understanding this unique breed and developing a perfect working partner and companion.