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“My Life in Art” is the 1924 autobiography of seminal Russian actor and teacher Konstantin Stanislavski. The book is divided into four sections : “Artistic Childhood”, “Artistic Youth”, “Artistic Adolescence”, and “Artistic Adulthood”. Konstantin Sergeievich Stanislavski (1863 – 1938) was a Russian actor and theatre director, famous for the 'Stanislavski Method' of teaching acting. This fascinating volume constitutes a must-read for anyone with an interest in acting and it's history and development. Contents include: “Old Russia”, “Family Life”, “Struggles with Obstinacy”, “Value of Childish Impressions”, “Play Days”, “Our Home Theatre”. “A Suddenly Discovered Talent”, “Russian Dramatic Schools”, “The Little Theatre”, “The Conservatory”, “Anton Rubenstein”, “Attempts in Operettas”, “The Opera”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.
Practical Staircase Joinery - With Numerous Engravings and Diagrams
First published in first published in 1899, this book contains a classic guide to making a variety of different types of staircases for the home. The information contained within it was sourced from columns in the weekly journal “Building World”, having been consolidated into this concise handbook by the author. “Practical Staircase Joinery” is perfect for DIY enthusiasts and novice joiners alike. Contents include: “Introduction: Explanation of Terms”, “Simple Form of Staircase—Housed String Stair Measuring, Planning and Setting Out”, “Two-Flight Staircase”, “Staircase with Winders at Bottom”, “Staircase over an Oblique Plan”, “Geometrical Staircases”, etc. Paul Nooncree Hasluck (1854 – 1916) was an Australian writer and editor. He was a master of technical writing and father of the 'do-it-yourself' book, producing many works on subjects including engineering, handicrafts, woodwork, and more. Other notable works by this author include: “Treatise on the Tools Employed in the Art of Turning” (1881), “The Wrath-Jobber's Handy Book” (1887), and “Screw-Threads and Methods of Producing Them” (1887). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.
Pot-Pourri from a Surrey Garden
“Pot-Pourri from a Surrey Garden” is a classic guide to gardening, dealing with a range of subjects interspersed with reflections and observations from an expert gardener. Divided into seasons, it aims to provide the readers with details and instructions on exactly what they should do and consider at different times of the year, with repeated reference to traditional English gardens and gardening. This wonderful handbook is highly recommended for green-fingered enthusiasts and is not to be missed by collectors of vintage gardening literature. Contents include: “January”, “Introductory”, “Indispensable Books”, “An Old Hertfordshire Garden”, “Reminiscences”, “My Present Garden Plants in a London Room”, “Japanese Floral Arrangement”, “Cooking Vegetables and Fruit”, “Making Coffee”, “Early Blossoms”, “Winter Gardening”, “Frost Pictures on Window Panes”, “February”, “Forced Bulbs”, “The Exhibitions of the Royal Horticultural Society”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of gardening.
The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts - Including the Rites and Mysteries of Goetic Theurgy, Sorcery, and Infernal Necromancy, also the Rituals of Black Magic - Two Hundred Illustrations
Arthur Edward Waite's “The Book of Black Magic” represents an exhaustive guide to the occult, looking at lore, magick, occultist history, ceremony, and much more. It contains a large number of magical spells and occult writings taken from a variety of sources, and it constitutes one of the greatest overviews of occultism by one of the most influential figures in Western occultism. Arthur Edward Waite (1857 – 1942), more commonly referred to as A. E. Waite, was an British scholarly mystic and poet. He was a prolific writer on occult and esoteric subjects who also co-created the Rider-Waite Tarot deck. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.
When The Night Is Dark
Have you ever been afraid of the dark? Have you ever thought you saw or heard something, but it really wasn’t what you had imagined? The boy in this book thinks he sees and hears scary things in the night but realizes those things are just ordinary objects and there is nothing to fear. We all have our own fears. Maybe our fears are not as bad as we think they are. Maybe we are imagining the worst and actually are scaring ourselves!
The Enchanted Adventure Tales
The Enchanted Adventure Tales 2
Book Title: The Enchanted Adventure Tales 1
Take a journey into an enchanted island where the palm trees sway and coquis sing at night. A young adventurer lets her imagination run wild as she begins to wonder what is beyond the mystical waterfall in the tropical rainforest and bioluminescent beach bay.
Thérèse
In this collection, poet Sarah Law presents lucid, lyrical reflections on the much-loved saint, Thérèse of Lisieux (1873-97), whose life and writing has been an inspiration to so many people. For Sarah Law, there is something about Thérèse that catches at the heart, and her poems flow from that sense of friendship and tenderness with her subject. Many of the poems meditate on events, large and small, in Thérèse's brief but spiritually significant life. The first section explores her childhood, and the second, her nine precious years as a Carmelite nun; years of both sweetness and suffering. Several poems are inspired by well-known photographs of Thérèse, some of which are included in this volume. A final section considers Thérèse's legacy, as her ‘little way’ of confidence and love became known throughout the world. Each poem may be read as an individual reflection, and as part of the larger biographical sequence.
The Adventures of Sajo and Her Beaver People
First published in 1935, “The Adventures of Sajo and her Beaver People” is a children's adventure novel by British author Grey Owl. With beautiful illustrations also by Grey Owl, the story is based on the real-life experiences of a young Ojibwe Indian girl called Sajo and her older brother who adopt two baby beavers, Chilawee and Chikanee, in an attempt to save them from fur traders. An instant bestseller, it was translated into numerous European languages including Polish and Russian. Archibald Stansfeld Belaney (1888–1938), also known as Grey Owl, was a British fur trapper, conservationist, and writer. In life, he pretended to be a First Nations person, but it was later discovered that he was in fact not Indigenous—revelations that greatly tarnished his reputation. Other notable works by this author include: “The Men of the Last Frontier”, “Pilgrims of the Wild”, and “Tales of an Empty Cabin”. This classic work is being republished now in a new edition with specially curated introductory material.
Nets to Catch the Wind
"Nets to Catch the Wind” is a 1921 collection of poetry by Elinor Morton Wylie. The poems include: “Beauty”, “The Eagle And The Mole”, “Madman's Song”, “The Prinkin' Leddie”, “August”, “The Crooked Stick”, “Atavism”, “Wild Peaches”, “Sanctuary”, “The Lion And The Lamb”, etc. A marvellous collection of melodious, sensuous poetry not to be missed by fans of Wylie's seminal work. Elinor Morton Wylie (1885–1928) was an American novelist and poet famous during the 1920s and 1930s. Her life was one of scandal, gaining notoriety for her numerous marriages and affairs. Other notable works by this author include: “Incidental Numbers” (1912) and “Trivial Breath” (1928). This classic work is being republished now in a new edition complete with an essay by Martha Elizabeth Johnson.
The Science of Being Great
“The Science of Being Great” is a 1910 self-help book by Wallace D. Wattles. In this book, Wattles offers simple, step-by-step instructions on how to achieve wealth and success in one's life. A classic self-help book that continues to help millions achieve a happy and fulfilling life. Contents include: “Any Person May Become Great”, “Heredity And Opportunity”, “The Source Of Power”, “The Mind Of God”, “Preparation”, “The Social Point Of View”, “The Individual Point Of View”, etc. Wallace Delois Wattles (1860–1911) was an American New Thought writer whose work remains in print in the New Thought and self-help movements. He is perhaps most famous for his 1910 books entitled “The Science of Getting Rich”, wherein he offers advice on becoming wealthy. This classic work is being republished now in a new edition with specially curated introductory material.