This volume contains a practical handbook on the construction of cabinet furniture, with detailed information on the use of tools and numerous recipes for making polishes, varnishes, glaze-lacquers, and revivers. This handbook will appeal to those occupied in the restoration and selling of antique furniture, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: “The Improving and Preparation of Furniture Woods”, “Stains and Imitations”, “French Pol...

"French Polishing and Enamelling: A Practical Work of Instruction" by Richard Bitmead serves as a comprehensive guide for artisans and hobbyists alike, delving into the intricate techniques of French polishing and enamelling. The book meticulously outlines the tools, materials, and methods required to achieve a high-quality finish on wood and metal surfaces. Bitmead's clear instructions and practical tips make it accessible for beginners while also providing valuable insights for experienc...

Heading South is a novel of two parts written by different authors, one depicting the animal-loving painter Cassie and the other the good-humoured Nick, still reeling from being dumped by his fiancee. Can the two ever get together as they are plagued by ex-girlfriends, posh admirers, pets passing away and friends going into labour? This is a hilarious comedy also featuring three dogs, two cats, a pony and a mallard.

“French Polishing and Enamelling: A Practical Work of Instruction” by Richard Bitmead is a detailed and highly practical craftsmanship guide that teaches the traditional art of wood finishing, polishing, and enamelling with precision and professional technique. This classic instructional work explains step-by-step methods used in achieving smooth, glossy, and durable finishes on furniture and wooden surfaces. Bitmead provides clear guidance on tools, materials, surface preparation, polishi...

Written to supply a want is a phrase now become so hackneyed, that it is only repeated here because no other words mould so well express the purpose of the writer-which is, to place before the trade a book of instruction on Cabinet-making by a London Cabinet-maker. From the fact of the London trade being divided and sub-divided into so many branches-wardrobe makers, pianoforte-case makers, photographic ap- paratus makers, dining-table makers, telegraphic- case makers, sideboard makers, gla...

'I hope Luke's book takes off into the Heavens.' --Jilly Cooper'A well written, beautifully paced romantic thriller.' --Deborah Wright...I turn to face the city. I gaze out at its concrete horrors and joys, its twists and turns, its ups and downs, its foul, fetid smells and sweet, stagnant dreams. The pleasure. The guilt. I love this place, and hate it. I cannot resolve the two.Trapped in the unrelenting grip of pain and he...

French Polishing and Enamelling: A Practical Work of Instruction is a comprehensive manual that delves into the intricate art of finishing wood surfaces with elegance and precision. Originally published in the late 19th century, this authoritative guide offers step-by-step instructions for both amateurs and professionals seeking to master the time-honored techniques of French polishing and enamelling. The book covers every aspect of the process, from the selection and preparation of materi...

First published in 1870, The Wild Garden challenged the prevailing garden style of the day and advocated a naturalistic style, in which hardy plants, both native and exotic, are arranged in groupings that mimic wild landscapes. Thanks to Robinson's passionate advocacy, the naturalistic style triumphed, and Robinson's urgent message continues to resonate today. For this newly designed edition, Rick Darke has written an introductory essay that not only underscores Robinson's importa...

Designing and constructing something from wood is one of the simplest and most enjoyable pastimes. This step by step guide will instruct you in creating your own cabinet from the tools you will need, the joints you have to master all the way to the different finishes you can choose to use. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high qualit...

Thirteen years ago Olivia Adams went missing. Now she’s back… or is she?When six-year-old Olivia Adams disappeared from her back garden, the small community of Stoneridge was thrown into turmoil.  How could a child vanish in the middle of a cosy English village?Thirteen years on and Olivia is back. Her mother is convinced it’s her but not everyone is sure. If this is the missing girl, then where has she been - and what happene...

This vintage book contains a handbook of garden rockery, being a guide to how to make, plant, and manage it. Comprehensive and profusely illustrated, this accessible guide will appeal to modern green-fingered readers, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of gardening literature. Contents include: “The Garden”, “Mircocosm of Nature”, “What is Rockery?”, “What Stone to Use”, “Soil”, “Formation”, “Fern Rockery”, “Flowering Plants”, “Hedge-Banks and Old Walls”, and “The Big a...

This vintage guide to interior decorating and gardening may have been at the height of fashion at the turn of the century, but many of its classic tips still hold true, and numerous styles and plants have come back into vogue. Learn about the very best flora and equipment to use when adding a green touch to any space, whether it’s a cozy city apartment or a sprawling country villa.With over a hundred original hand-drawn illustrations and a charming, downto- earth style, Window G...