179 pages. Index, bibliography and glossary. "More than twenty-five species or groups of related species are described here in detail. Each includes a botanical description, colour photo, notes on habitat and distribution in Canada, and general information on how it can be used as food. Also includes recipes and related notes about history and folklore. Above-average wear. Binding intact. A worthy reference copy. View More...
Explains the workings of these systems, how you can do much, if not all, of the work yourself, and how you can maintain these systems with a minimum of time and effort. Well-used copy with usual library markings but the information is all here. View More...
84 pages. Undated. Circa 1950s? Arranged for the Technical Course, Victoria High School, Victoria, British Columbia. A wonderfully practical work. Illustrated with many line drawings. Unmarked. Average wear. Binding sound. Gilt lettering upon pebbled front board partially worn. A quality copy. View More...
142 pages. Index. Diagrams and black and white photos. "A celebration of horse-drawn transport, this book combines the author's superb illustrations - at the same time technically accurate and decorateive - with descriptive text." - from dust jacket. Above-average wear. Usual library markings. Binding intact. A sound reference copy. View More...
[5], i, [3], 150 pp. Black and white diagrams. Publisher believes this to be a work of Great Britain's elite Special Air Service (SAS). "While comparable to other government survival texts in some areas, its combat orientation differentiates it from all others presently available. More conventionally, its section on snares and deadfalls contains many unusual and practical systems, some of which appear to have originated in primitive Asian countries." - Foreword. Unmarked with moderate wear. Binding tight. A sound copy of this invaluable survival guide. View More...
55 pages. Index. Colour photos. Undated. Circa 1940s. Includes article by Zella Hale Weyant entitled The How and Why of Canning. Dozens of pages of practical canning recipes. Faint prior owner's name atop front cover. Above-average but not excessive wear. Binding intact. A sound copy of this vintage canning guide. View More...
32 pages. Undated. Circa 1960s or 1970s. Bilingual English/French promotional booklet for H.J. Heinz white vinegar. Provides recipes for pickles, relishes, sauces, spiced fruits. Moderate wear. Unmarked. A sound copy. Lots of helpful information in this diminutive package. View More...
43 pages. "The basic skills of trapping, preparation of pelts and marketing are outlined. When followed in principle, these methods will lead to better utilization of your trapping time, greater fur yields, finer quality pelts and higher prices for your product. The Conibear trap is highly recommended for the harvesting of aquatic and some small fur bearing animals." - from Foreward. Abundantly illustratrated with helpful detailed diagrams. Undated. Circa 1970s. Somewhat above-average wear. Unmarked. A sound working copy of this excellent reference. View More...
VHS Videotape with case. "Spiritual Midwifery, the book, guided a generation of mothers and midwives through the process of reclaiming the sacrament of birth. Her new daughter, Spiritual Midwifery the video, will surely help our daughters reclaim the normalcy of birth from the clutches of technocracy. The Farm midwives' love and knowledge pour forth in a powerful, stunningly beautiful and well produced film. They always respect and encourage the mother and her family as well as all of us." - Jan Tritten, Editor of Midwifery Today. Unmarked. Moderate wear. A quality copy. View More...
40 pages. Undated but appears to be circa 1930s. Presents very practical and now nostalgic wood projects for the homeowner, including detailed drawings. Of these, the most interesting are the poultry house, milk house, ice well, cattle breeding rack, back yard chicken ranch, and hog loading chute. The dimensioned diagram of the ice well is particularly interesting as it shows how winter ice can be preserved for a summer ice supply in rural areas with no other means of refrigeration. Ink stamps of a Manitoba lumber business on front cover. Occasional soiling. Moderate wear. Binding tigh... View More...
82 pages. Chapters include: the need for ventilation, natural ventilation of glasshouses, fan ventilation of glasshouses, ventilation of film plastics houses, control systems, control theory, crop ventilation requirments, economics, saftey. Includees diagrams and black and white photos. Former owner's name upon title page. View More...
"Brings you the most reliable and up-to-date methods of home canning and freezing. New recipes have been added and old favorites rewritten; the continuity rearranged and instructions simplified so all age homemakers may find it helpful. Includes all the information needed to obtain the good results you have a right to expect when you preserve foods by methods based on scientific facts. We trust this new Blue Book will assist you to produce the finest quality of canned and frozen foods." - page 1. 112 pages printed on glossy stock with many photos in color and black and white. Index. Unma... View More...
314 pages. Index. Bibliography. "... The complete potato cookbook, covering all of the possibilities - boiled, steamed, mashed, roasted, wonderfully unexpected variations on these time-honored favorites... Presents an amazing anthology of potato recipes from masters both old and new." - from dust jacket. Above-average but not excessive wear. Usual library markings. Binding sound. A worthy working copy. View More...
345 + 76 pages plus several pages of advertisements. Undated but appears to be circa late 1800s. Front hinge open. Front board holding by backstrip only. Above-average wear. Reading copy only. Despite these defects, what a wonderful inspiration this vintage book this will be for someone looking for a new career, closer to home, and to nature. View More...
222 pages. Features: 8,200 sf geothermally-heated log mountain retreat; The 'Do it With Logs' design contest; Canadian - Japanese connections - log building school; High altitude builders; Energy - how does the log stack up; The 1984 hand-hewn log home company directory; Schools, teachers and associations; Dealer directory; and much more. Few library markings. Above-average wear. Binding intact. A worthy reference copy. View More...
226 pages. Index. Bibliography. "Takes you step-by-step through timber-frame strategy, engineering, design, and frame and floor plans - so you will be able to understand the fundamentals of timber framing and the design and structure options available to you... With 97 inspiring color photographs and 140 technical drawings, this book is the perfect way to join the timber-frame revival." - from dust jacket. Small address label inside front board, otherwise clean, bright and unmarked with lightest wear. An excellent copy. Gift quality. View More...
"This updated edition includes over 100 new recipes for home food preservation as well as easy-to-understand home canning instructions and tips. The book features a broad range of fruit and vegetable recipes which can be processed in a boiling water canner. The recipes are designed to assist beginning preservers as well as update the more experienced." - inside front cover. 128 pages. Index. Clean, bright and unmarked with very light wear. A lovely copy. Gift quality.; 4to View More...
96 pages including index and bibliography. "Preserve the colors, shapes, flavors, and often even the fragrances of your favorite herbs - it's much easier than you think!" - from back cover. Clean, bright and unmarked with minimal wear. Excellent copy. View More...
223 pages. Index. "Sheep need extra care at lambing time and shearing, and this book tells you just what you need to know to help sheep through these difficult times." - from dust jacket. Book clean and unmaked with moderate wear. Price-clipped dust jacket bears several blemishes but is sound. Solid working copy. View More...
