In the late nineteenth - early twentieth century people
were a lot more self-sufficient then they are in our times.
Practical books and booklets were extremely popular - much
as self-help books are today. A wide variety of people will
find these classic reprints of interest - for not only the
country knowledge they contain, but also for a glimpse into
the way of life in those bygone days. The books below are
exact reprints of the original editions and have many practical
solutions to common problems found around the home, ranch,
and farm - circa 1885-1910.
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Shelters
Shacks & Shanties by D.C. Beard
Dan
Beard was a founding member of Boy Scouts of America
and wrote many books on wood-lore. This book of practical
skills emphasizes temporary structures that might
be built by woodsmen. Originally published in 1914
this is an excellent guide for building;log-cabins,
lean-to's, hogan's, signal towers, treehouses, food
caches and notched log ladders. Along the way Beard
also discusses in length on how to use an axe to achieve
all this - and adds sections on how to build; doors
and fittings, catches, and hidden latches and locks.
With 330+ illustrations this book is a must for any
scout, woodsman, or carpenter.
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Lee's
Priceless Recipes
Reprint of the 1895 Original Edition
A
valuable Collection of 3000 Tried Formulas and True
Methods for: Farmers, Housekeepers, Mechanics, Manufacturers,
Druggists, Chemists, Pefumers, Barbers, Chiropodists,
Renovators, Dyers, Bakers, Confectioners, Woodworkers,
Decorators, Painters, Paper-hangers, Metal-Workers,
Hunters, Trappers, Tanners, Taxidermists, Stockmen,
ETC., and all People in Every Department of Human
Endeavor.
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Camp
Cookery
Originally published in 1910
Written
primarily for wilderness backpackers and canoeists,
this is an eminently practical book. It covers everything
from how to live off the land with only flour, salt,
sugar, and baking powder to more exotic cuisine depending
on your means of transport. Handy pocket size - a
must for any camper.
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1913
Catalog of Mission Furniture
Much
of the Mission style furniture found in antique shops
today was made in the factories of the Come-Packt
company. They sold it both fully assembled, and in
knock-down form (much like Ikea today). This 1913
catalogue is a marvelous guide to the extensive range
of a furniture style widely available in the market
a century ago.
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1889
Barn Plans & Outbuildings
When
this book was written in the 1880s, more than half
the population of North America lived on farms - making
good outbuildings a necessity. Many useful designs
are illustrated but the great value of the book is
an idea guide to help the reader refine ideas of size
and features to meet specific needs. The 250 plus
illustrations cover just about anything you might
want to build on an acreage, farm, or ranch.
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Fences
Gates and Bridges
A Practical Manual from 1892
Although
now more than a century old, there is still no finer
text on building fences and gates - then this one.
All the basic principles are covered, including many
styles still used today. The book is complete with
300 illustrations. Likely the greatest value of this
book is the confidence it can give a first-time builder.
The section on bridges seems to have been added almost
as an afterthought - but still adequate for a small
property owner.
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Mr. Punch - With Rod And Gun
One
of the 25 volumes of the Punch Literary Library of
Humour published in 1923, With Rod and Gun
contains classic examples of the artistic British
Cartoons of the early 20th century. In this era, Punch
used many of the top British cartoonists, often giving
their work full-page coverage. Not always politically
correct by today's standards, but the humour is gentle
and the artistry absolutely first rate.
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