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Author : Lina Beard,Adelia Belle Beard
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 508 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1895
Category : Amusements
ISBN : UOM:39015010463027
Author : Daniel Carter Beard
Publisher : Derrydale Press
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2001-04-27
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781461661337
Each summer, millions of children complain, "There's nothing to do." Originally published in 1888, The American Boy's Handy Book resoundingly challenges this age-old dilemma by providing a huge number of ideas for fun and instructional projects for young boys. Everything from camping and kite building to raising dogs and building boats is detailed for the would-be adventurer and do-it your-selfer.
Author : Bruce Handy
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-15
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781451609950
An irresistible, nostalgic, insightful—and totally original—ramble through classic children’s literature from Vanity Fair contributing editor (and father) Bruce Handy. “Consistently intelligent and funny…The book succeeds wonderfully.” —The New York Times Book Review “A delightful excursion…Engaging and full of genuine feeling.” —The Wall Street Journal “Pure pleasure.” —Vanity Fair “Witty and engaging…Deeply satisfying.” —Christian Science Monitor In 1690, the dour New England Primer, thought to be the first American children’s book, was published in Boston. Offering children gems of advice such as “Strive to learn” and “Be not a dunce,” it was no fun at all. So how did we get from there to “Let the wild rumpus start”? And now that we’re living in a golden age of children’s literature, what can adults get out of reading Where the Wild Things Are and Goodnight Moon, or Charlotte’s Web and Little House on the Prairie? In Wild Things, Bruce Handy revisits the classics of American childhood, from fairy tales to The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and explores the backstories of their creators, using context and biography to understand how some of the most insightful, creative, and witty authors and illustrators of their times created their often deeply personal masterpieces. Along the way, Handy learns what The Cat in the Hat says about anarchy and absentee parenting, which themes link The Runaway Bunny and Portnoy’s Complaint, and why Ramona Quimby is as true an American icon as Tom Sawyer or Jay Gatsby. It’s a profound, eye-opening experience to reencounter books that you once treasured after decades apart. A clear-eyed love letter to the greatest children’s books and authors, from Louisa May Alcott and L. Frank Baum to Eric Carle, Dr. Seuss, Mildred D. Taylor, and E.B. White, Wild Things will bring back fond memories for readers of all ages, along with a few surprises.
Author : James Ellis,Editors of the Official John Wayne Magazine
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2018-10-02
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780999359884
Illustrates essential skills that self-sufficient men should have, including how to build a fire, how to survive a tornado, and how to change a tire.
Author : Ann Budd
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2002-06-14
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780593545515
Offering charts and plans for making infant- through adult-sized projects, this unique book provides knitters with a complete resource of more than 350 patterns for caps, tams, scarves, vests, sweaters, mittens, gloves, and socks that are written for multiple gauges to accommodate all weights of yarn from bulky to fingering. Also included are the basics of pattern design and alteration to allow for the addition of different types of texture and color patterns or the modification of existing patterns to accommodate more gauges. Patterns are also accompanied by an assortment of ideas for edgings and finishes, further expanding design options.
Author : Lina Beard,Adelia B. Beard
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 499 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2022-06-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547047933
The American Girl's Handy Book was one of the earliest works written primarily for girls' amusement and enjoyment. It introduced original and novel ideas to open new routes for enterprise and entertainment for girls. The main goal was to engrave upon the girls' minds that they all have talent and the ability to achieve more than what they think is possible. During the time of this book's publication, it was unusual to promote girls to be inventive. But the writer desired to awaken this creative side in them by giving detailed methods of new tasks and amusements, to put them on the road they could travel and explore alone. Anyone curious about knowing the initiatives taken for girls' empowerment in the olden days will find this work beneficial.
Author : Ann Budd
Publisher : Interweave
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2012-08-21
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781596684836
Fiber and yarn enthusiasts nationwide will celebrate Ann Budd's latest addition to The Knitter's Handy Book series. Answering to a growing interest in knitting sweaters from the top down and knitting seamless sweaters that require little finishing, this handy book offers instructions for knitting five basic sweater types: circular yoke, raglan, modified-drop shoulder, set-in sleeve, and saddle shoulder. Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges and for a broad age group. Following the basics for each of the five sweater types are three diverse patterns from top designers that illustrate some of the many ways that instructions can be used as springboards for creative expression, including color, texture, and shaping variations. Also included for intermediate to advanced knitters are personal design touches, detailed charts, clear instruction, and quick tips to expand knitting possibilities and maintain creative originality. A key reference for knitters of all skill levels, this is the new essential knitting resource on your bookshelf.
Author : Daniel Carter Beard
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1882
Category : Amusements
ISBN : HARVARD:HW2BQZ
A manual of past times, which includes instructions for making kites, fishing poles, a blow gun, boats, and theatrical costumes, and for raising dogs, stuffing animals, stocking an aquarium, and camping. Contains small sections on recreational mind-reading and fortune-telling.
Author : John Power
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1870
Category : Bibliographical literature
ISBN : KBNL:KBNL03000025332
Sections on bibliography, chronology, useful receipts, typographical gazetter, booksellers' directory, dictionary of terms, etc.
Author : Joseph Sabin
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2023-10-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547615910
"A Bibliography of Bibliography; Or, a Handy Book About Books Which Relate to Books" by Joseph Sabin is a bibliophile's dream—a meticulously compiled bibliography of bibliographies. Sabin's work is a valuable resource for book enthusiasts and scholars interested in the history of books, printing, and bibliography. This book offers a comprehensive guide to the vast world of bibliographic literature and serves as a reference tool for those exploring the study of books and their histories.
Author : Daniel Beard
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780486461915
Written by a co-founder of the Boy Scouts, this appealing guide offers illustrated instructions for building kites, birdhouses, boats, igloos, and other fun projects, plus numerous helpful tips for campers.
Author : John Power
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2017-10-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0266345042
Excerpt from A Handy-Book About Books: For Book-Lovers, Book-Byers, and Book Sellers It appears scarcely necessary here to say anything about the contents Of the book, as each part (so far as could make it) About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author : John Power (of St. John's Wood, London.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1870
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1033782837
Author : Herbert Edwards Wright
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 532 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2011-05
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 0982405596
A Handy Book for Brewers is an in-depth scientific study of brewing. It also addresses the art of brewing and explores the many influences in the process that effect the final product. The author suggests that the successful brewer must be an unerring judge of raw material, have practical equipment, be a sound chemist and be an enthusiastic biologist.
Author : Neil Munro
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2023-10-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547614449
"Jaunty Jock, and Other Stories" by Neil Munro is a delightful collection of short stories that captures the spirit and humor of Scottish life and culture. Munro's writing is characterized by its wit, vivid characters, and deep appreciation for the landscapes and people of Scotland. Through a series of charming and often humorous tales, Munro offers readers a glimpse into the daily lives, quirks, and idiosyncrasies of the Scottish people. Whether you have a connection to Scotland or simply enjoy well-crafted short stories, "Jaunty Jock" is a literary gem that celebrates the essence of Scottish storytelling.
