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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will help make you a better player whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your game. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This fascinating book begins with a chapter by Bob Church in which he recounts his tench-fishing experiences since the 1960s. Four tench specialists, Jim Gibbinson, Keith Sanders, Peter Jackson and Dave Harman reveal their skills and passion for their craft as well as the sheer enjoyment of fishing for tench - a most beautiful, hard-fighting and intriguing species. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Written by two architects, this title explains the process of reusing and converting old buildings into homes. It follows the process from the types of property suitable for conversion through to designing the home, with practical advice and tips throughout. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. This work is designed for keen florists and flower arrangers. Based on the National Floristry Training Requirements, it covers basic terms and equipment, principles of design, working techniques, buying materials, and the care and storage of plant material. Weddings and funerals are covered too. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Bob Church, author of the "Guide to Trout Flies", introduces 400 brand new flies, making use of modern materials that have revolutionized the art of fly tying in recent years. Once again, all the colour photographs have been taken by Peter Gathercole, author of Crowood's "Handbook of Fly Tying". Each fly is described and illustrated in full, including dressing and comments regarding when to use it and how to fish it effectively. There are patterns for reservoirs, lochs, small fisheries, gravel pits and rivers; and for grayling, salmon and sea trout. Further guest contributions from internationally renowned experts complete this collection of fly patterns. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Writing for Radio - A Practical Guide offers advice and inspiration for anyone thinking of writing or beginning to write for radio. The book focuses mainly on radio drama techniques, with advice from producers and experienced writers, but also covers documentary writing, radio soaps, radio comedy and essential advice on how to begin and maintain a career. Topics covered include: Dialogues and monologues Using sound Scenery and action Adaptations, abridgements and biographies. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Crowood Gardening Guides have become the indispensable handbooks for the keen gardener who wants his information clear, practical and full of colour. The greenhouse opens up a new dimension to gardening; making tropical conditions, a temperate room or even an alpine house a possibility. This practical guide adopts a simple and logical approach to what to do and when for the best results. Routine tasks as well as new ideas are included in any easy-to-follow monthly calendar of progress in the greenhouse. AUTHOR: Jonathan Edwards is Deputy Editor of The Gardener magazine and writes on a variety of gardening topics for keen amateur gardeners. 72 colour photos & 36 line drawings. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Fine. This work is designed for keen florists and flower arrangers. Based on the National Floristry Training Requirements, it covers basic terms and equipment, principles of design, working techniques, buying materials, and the care and storage of plant material. Weddings and funerals are covered too.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Alpines have been a favourite plant for generations of gardeners and are as popular now as ever. Historically they were used in rockeries, but they offer far more potential for today's gardens, which are generally becoming smaller. Whether planted in troughs, window boxes, raised beds or between paving, alpines offer fantastic versatiltiy and colour for nearly every month of the year. . Topics covered include: traditional and contemporary settings for growing plants; ideas for incorporating alpine plants into a new or existing garden plot; advice on planting and maintenance and information on propagation methods and facilities. There is an A-Z of over 180 fo the best alpine plants, with a useful table of flowering times. Aimed at both the beginner and the more experienced enthusiast, this essential guide contains a wealth of beautifully illustrated information. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Part of a series for the keen walker, this book features 100 route descriptions of circular walks ranging from 3-12 miles in Dorset. Each walk has a map, points of interest and places to eat and drink en route, plus suggestions for easy car parking. Dorest has some of the most interesting coastline east of Cornwall, such as Portland and Lulworth Cove. Perhaps it is best known as the centre of Hardy's Wessex. Keen walkers will also enjoy the Purbeck Hill, Cranborne Chase and Lyme Regis areas. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Designed to appeal to the novice and craftsman alike, this guide explores all aspects of the traditional art of stickmaking. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Whether you are an established smallholder, or just starting to take the first tentative steps towards farming at your home, this book contains a wealth of useful information on all the key aspects of small-scale agriculture. The book covers the rural property - buying a small farm, preparing outbuildings and equipping it with machinery and tools; the land - the kitchen garden, protected cultivation, orchards and pasture; livestock - from bees, rabbits and chickens to goats, cattle and exotic species; and commercial considerations, regulations and organic farming. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Crowood Sports Guide are superbly designed full colour paperbacks providing sound practical advice that will help make you a better player whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques and tactics or reviewing the fundaments of your game. Badminton - Crowood Sports Guide features kit checks; laws checks; key points and coaching points and includes introduction to laws and club play. Skills and techniques at every level are discussed along with advice on correct equipment. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. An explanation of everything you need to know to manage sheep and keep them healthy. From choosing and buying, housing, feeding and routine management, to breeding and lambing, Kim Cardell offers advice based on her experience. Topics covered include: where to begin; fencing, shelter and housing; moving, handling and transport; breeding and genetics; nutrition; grassland and crops; wool and shearing; keeping the flock healthy; lambing and lamb rearing; and marketing and business. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The Border Collie is an extremely versatile breed, faithful enough to be a loyal friend, honest enough to be a hard worker and intelligent enough to be an asset in rescue and other services. This comprehensive, illustrated book gives essential advice on how to become the pack leader by understanding and interpreting the body language of man's best friend. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This work is designed for keen florists and flower arrangers. Based on the National Floristry Training Requirements, it covers basic terms and equipment, principles of design, working techniques, buying materials, and the care and storage of plant material. Weddings and funerals are covered too. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A complete guide to dog care, from the purchase of a puppy and choice of a vet to looking after the older dog. The main bulk of the book comprises an examination of the dog, system by system. The normal structure and function are described, followed by the most common diseases and problems, their symptoms and treatment. There are also chapters on breeding, infectious diseases, behavioural problems, accidents and emergencies. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Arguably one of the most diverse, exciting and accessible of water sports, windsurfing attracts an estimated twenty million participants worldwide. This instructional volume is packed full of information. Illustrated with photographs by John Carter, one of the world's most respected water sports' photographers, it will inspire both the beginner and the expert. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Part of a series of books for the keen walker, this is a guide to 100 circular walks, ranging from 3-12 miles in length, in Warwickshire and the West Midlands. The walking territory in these two counties remains largely undiscovered, as they are better known for their towns and cities, such as Stratford and Leamington, but there should be walks to appeal to all tastes. Each walk has a map with points of interest and refreshment places detailed en route as well as suggestions for easy car parking. The route descriptions and maps are on facing pages of the book for easy reference. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Written by an experienced freelance estimator, "Loft Conversions" describes good practice in the building trade as it applies to home owners when tendering and managing projects undertaken by building firms and contractors. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This manual is a comprehensive and practical guide aimed at all horse owners, from the first-timers with limited knowledge, time and money, to the more experienced owner or student. The advice covers all aspects of horse care and stabling including buying a horse, his accommodation, whether at livery, in stabling or at grass, his dietary needs, handling and temperament problems, clothing and equipment, grooming and daily care, health and fitness. Marcy Drummond is the author of "Long Distance Riding". The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A collection of over 100 recipes aimed at trout anglers and trout cooks. This book gives ideas for supper and party dishes, barbecues, sauces and accompaniments. It contains full details on trout preparation - cold and hot smoking, filleting, storage and freezing. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Describing the techniques he employs in the management of his own collection of domestic waterfowl, Tom Bartlett shows how easy and enjoyable it can be to keep ducks and geese successfully. He covers the difficulties involved in breeding the perfect show specimen, and comments on the wide range of breeds he has kept. Illustrated throughout with many pictures of his own birds and with sections on fencing and equipment, incubation and rearing, routine management, showing, handling, sexing and sickness, this is a thoroughly practical book for keepers of ducks and geese. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A practical book for all beginners to the game of bridge, this book starts from absolute basics the cards and explains the principles of bidding, building up tricks, the use of trumps, opening moves, and the development of a winning hand. Assisted by diagrams and quizzes, and by encouraging constant review and practices, Beginning Bridge will enable anyone to play with confidence and competence. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will help make you a better sportsperson whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport. Featured in Swimming - Crowood Sports Guides are information boxes containing Key Points and Top Tips; sequence photographs and detailed diagrams in colour. There is a thorough analysis of the four strokes (Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Freestyle). Starts and turns analysis, including the individual Medley are covered and valuable advice on techniques, coaching, drills, training, tapering, nutrition and competition psychology is given. There is also an introduction to rules and equipment. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This is the story of ordinary life in an extraordinary place. The beautiful city of Venice has been a fantasy land for people from around the globe for centuries, but what is it like to live there? To move house by boat, to get a child with a broken leg to hospital or set off for school one morning only to find that the streets have become rivers and the playground is a lake full of sewage? When Polly Coles and her family left England for Venice, they discovered a city caught between modern and ancient life - where the locals still go on an annual pilgrimage to give thanks for the end of the Black Death; where schools are housed in renaissance palaces and your new washing machine can only be delivered on foot. This is a city perilously under siege from tourism, but its people refuse to give it up - indeed, they love it with a passion. The Politics of Washing is a fascinating window into the world of ordinary Venetians and the strange and unique place they call home. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This title offers 1500 cultivars and species, described in a concise and simple way with over 500 colour photographs. With practical advice on the care, cultivation and propagation of fuchsias, this book should be a useful companion for fuchsia growers. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.