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Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 2003
ISBN 10: 0715315749ISBN 13: 9780715315743
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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Ellis, Andrew (illustrator). (Paperback, 2003). (1991) 2003 pbk edition. Oblong paperback (282 x 362mm). Pp96. Full page colour plates by Andrew Ellis, photographs, illustrations, pict end-papers. Bumped, covers slightly tanned and faded. Solidly intact, second-hand paperback reading copy. A handsome and beautifully illustrated book on gamebird and wildfowl shooting, principally in Britain and Europe. Despite the title, this is a book about sport and natural history in the era following the invention of the modern shotgun. .
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Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 2003
ISBN 10: 0715316168ISBN 13: 9780715316160
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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(Paperback, 2003). (1988) 2003 revised paperback edition. 8vo (156 x 234mm). Pp216. Colour and b/w photographs, b/w illustrations, bibliography. Slight rubbing to some pages, edges slightly browned, slight tanning to cover. 1st paperback edition of the third edition of this book, published in 1995. An authoritative and informative book, written by the director of the National Birds of Prey Centre. Chapters include: The National Birds of Prey centre; Birds used in falconry; Making a start; Aviary building; Captive breeding; Preventive medicine; Injured wild birds of prey; Is it for you?; Conservation; The future. .
Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 2003
ISBN 10: 0715315935ISBN 13: 9780715315934
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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(Paperback, 2003). (1984) 2003 paperback edn. Paperback. Pp141. B/w photographs, illustrations. Fine copy. "Comprehensive guide [answering] all your questions on pasture management, the need for shelter and company, fitness and health for the grass-kept horse. .Feeding and nutrition, clothing and exercise. .An invaluable aid to your horse's wellbeing". PREVIOUS PRICE GBP 9.99.
Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 2003
ISBN 10: 0715315757ISBN 13: 9780715315750
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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(Paperback, 2003). (1990) 2004 reprint of 2003 paperback edition. 4to (169 x 241mm). Pp224. Colour & b/w photographs, colour plates by John Paley, line illustrations. Slight shelf wear but very good. Chapters by well-known experts interleaved with Humphreys' reminiscences of gundogs he has known: Early days, by Peter Moxon; Simon, by John Humphries; Basic training, by Roy Jordan; Ajax, by J.H. ; Introduction to field work, by Geoffrey Armitage; Cassius, by J.H. ; The beating line, by Jack Davey; Tender loving care for gundogs, by Bill Meldrum; Drake, by J.H. ; Picking up, by Robin Wise; Rough shooting, by Veronica Heath; Brent, by J.H. ; The field trial, by John Halstead; The HPRs, by Geoff Hargreaves; Kenzie [nb., a dog, named after Mackenzie Thorpe], by J.H. ; Breeding, by Louise Petrie-Hay; The bird dog in the field, by Keith Erlandson; Satch, by J.H. ; The advanced gundog, by Diana Durman-Walters. Enhanced by John Paley's full page illustrations. .
Published by (2000) 2003 reprint. David and Charles., Newton Abbot, Devon.,, 2003
ISBN 10: 0715309684ISBN 13: 9780715309681
Seller: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 1994
ISBN 10: 0715300571ISBN 13: 9780715300572
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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Condition: new. (Hardcover, 1993). (1993) 2003 reprint. 4to (197 x 270mm). Pp189,ads. Colour illustrations by Philip Murphy, photographs. Green boards. Fine new copy in dust-wrapper. "In the wake of the success of his first evocative anthology, Brian Martin has tracked down a further distinguished group of country folk who here recall their lives in surprisingly sharp detail. In their own colourful words, we learn of their personal trials and triumphs, from fighting in the trenches during the Great War to receiving the long-service medal from HM The Queen". Chapters include: Survivor of the trenches, Ned Turvey; Almost a fixture, Allan Cameron; Putting the Queen second, Tom Walter; Big Brother, Walter Waller; Fit as the come, Henry Whitfield; A life on two wheels, Fred Bayfield; rough and ready, Fred Ladhams, A proper Yorkshireman, Newton Hutchinson; A match for any poacher, George Cole; The likely lad, Ron Anthony; On the edge of paradise, Don Ford; Appropriately named, Harry Starling. PREVIOUS PRICE GBP 17.99.
Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 2003
ISBN 10: 0715315919ISBN 13: 9780715315910
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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(Hardcover, 2003). (1986) 2003 revised edition. Hardcover issue. 8vo hardback (162 x 242mm). Pp288. B/w illustrations, brief bibliography. Laminated boards, issued without a dust-wrapper. Slight use but a very good copy. "Understand your dog better - and keep him or her happier and healthier! Every aspect of the mental and physical welfare of the dog is included in this valuable quick-reference book - the ideal handy guide for everyone who owns a dog or is involved with dog care. Entries on the dog's anatomy and physiology give a detailed picture of how the dog works. There is much information on diet, training, grooming and exercise, avoiding illness and injury, and what to do if ailments or accidents do occur. Directions are given for observing symptoms and treating minor conditions, with information on nursing and first aid, on deciding when to call a vet, and on carrying out the treatments prescribed. Breeding from your dog and the care of puppies and aged dogs are discussed. Normal health data, a whelping calendar, nutritional guides, a first-aid summary and useful addresses are included." .
Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 1971
ISBN 10: 0715353527ISBN 13: 9780715353523
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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Condition: new. (Hardcover, 2003). (1971) ND (2003) reprint. 8vo (132 x 205mm). Pp96. Two colour plates of flies, illustrations. Pictorial laminated boards. Fine new copy. The classic work on the distinct style of dressing these slim and effective trout flies. Although it is not stated on the imprint page, this book was actually reprinted in 2003 as a hardback without a dust-wrapper. The first edition had red boards and a dust-wrapper. .
Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 2003
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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(Hardcover, 2003). (1971) ND (2003) reprint. 8vo (132 x 205mm). Pp96. Two colour plates of flies, illustrations. Pictorial laminated boards. A fine unread copy. The classic work on the distinct style of dressing these slim and effective trout flies. Although it is not stated on the imprint page, this book was actually reprinted in 2003 as a hardback without a dust-wrapper. The first edition had red boards and a dust-wrapper. .
Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 2003
ISBN 10: 0715315269ISBN 13: 9780715315262
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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John Paley (illustrator). (Paperback, 2003). (1996) 2004 paperback reprint. Landscape 4to (265 x 239). Pp160. Colour plates & b/w illustrations by John Paley. Slight use but very good. Signed by the author. This is a collection of accounts of rural life and work up to the disappearance of the horse from British farms. The material is aranged season by season. Chapters include; Spring - sable parliament, the keeper's tale, the hare in the furrow, the old school, the vicarage garden, Frog Hall Marsh; summer - the fenland flyer, mayfly time, Romany morning, mailed warrior, fall of a tyrant, singing masons, Tarka's return; Autumn - shock-horse boy, muir cock, harvest home, Coney Bill, country bike, Blind Bob's, mellow fruitfulness; Winter - hedging bets, wild goose chase, the scythe, harmonious blacksmith, the poacher's tale, falcon gentle, bats in the belfry. .
Published by David & Charles. Newton Abbot, Devon. 2003., 2003
ISBN 10: 0715316168ISBN 13: 9780715316160
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
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Condition: new. (Paperback, 2003). (1988) 2003 revised paperback edition. 8vo paperback. Pp216. Colour & b/w photographs, illustrations. Fine new copy. "I make no apologies for the style or the bluntness of this book. There is no intentional rudeness to any particular person; I just care greatly about my subject and about the birds." Chapters include: The Falconry Centre; Birds used in falconry; Making a start; Aviary building; Captive breeding; Preventive medicine: Birds of prey and the law; Injured wild birds of prey; Is it for you?; Conservation; The future. .
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Published by David & Charles (1997) 2003, Newton Abbot, Devon, 1997
ISBN 10: 0715303481ISBN 13: 9780715303481
Seller: C P Books Limited, Oxted, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good-. Reprint. Price-clipped. ; Inside clean and bright, binding tight. ; Colour and B&W Illustrations; 0.79 x 10.47 x 7.8 Inches; 192 pages; Originally published in 1997, an illustrated collection of real life tales about traditional village communities and their inhabitants. It is written by the author of TALES OF THE OLD GAMEKEEPERS and is based on villagers encountered on travels throughout the British Isles. Burgundy cloth with gold spine titles.