All Old Books

Contains all the information needed to build a highly accurate model of the world's most famous liner. 

Part one, "Historical Notes." (Part two contains a list of exhibits with descriptions.) Spanning the earliest Mediterranean ships to the decline of sail in the late 19th century, this history is illustrated by the extensive collection of model ships in the Science Museum.

A history of the Bentley motor car, from its origins to racing success, with adventure and romance along the way.

A book especially written for country house hostesses... arranged in calendar form to make the most of fresh seasonal produce from the kitchen garden.

An entertaining history of maritime exploration and the mapping of the world, written to appeal to a younger readership.

A history of the Circus in America, presented as a series of illustrated essays. Parallel text in English, German and French.

Tracing the history and development of the Circus in England, from its earliest Roman origins. 

Subtitled "Reminiscences of Circus Life with Sanger's, Bertram Mills and other Circuses". The author was an Equestrian Director, Ringmaster and multi-talented circus performer. 

Claiming to be the first of its kind, this volume covers some 750 ties with notes on the institutions they represent. 

A history of the "Pilgrim Fathers," with chapters on the origins of their religious dissent in England and Holland, the voyage of The Mayflower and the settlement in New England.

The story of the transformation of Washington during the Civil War, written in a vivid novelistic style. A bestseller when published.

Describes the dances and rituals of the native peoples of the South West, including Hopi, Navaho, Apache and Pueblo People.

Originally written in 1605, an account of the doomed attempt of the conquest of North America by Hernando de Soto; as told to the author by a member of that expedition.

An extensive investigation in to the scientific analysis of human relations and behaviour.

Known for his influential book on the Pacific "A Pattern of Islands," Sir Arthur Grimble spent more than 20 years among the Gilbertese people. His field notes and writings are here compiled and illustrated by his daughter.

A vivid account of the intrepid author's travels in the Malay Peninsular in the late 1800's. Isabella Bird is perhaps best known for her earlier "A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains."

An American girl travels to Finland with her family and soon makes friends with a classmate. A warm-hearted tale of Finnish customs and magical countryside.

"An interesting description of its uses in all branches of science, industry, agriculture, and in the detection of crime, with a short account of its origin, history and development."