In "Cats: Their Points and Characteristics," Gordon Stables presents an insightful exploration into the diverse breeds of cats, focusing on their distinctive traits and behavioral nuances. Written in a clear and engaging style, Stables employs both anecdotal and empirical observations to delve into the world of feli...

Embarking on an exploration of 19th-century domesticity, *American Woman's Home: Or, Principles of Domestic Science* offers a comprehensive examination of the era's household management and its broader cultural implications. This anthology seamlessly weaves insights into architecture, childhood education, and women'...

In "The One" Dog and "The Others": A Study of Canine Character, Frances E. Slaughter intricately explores the complexities of canine personalities through a blend of observational research and anecdotal storytelling. Employing a rich literary style that engages both the heart and intellect, Slaughter dissects the re...

In "A-B-C of Gardening," Eben E. Rexford presents a comprehensive guide that demystifies the art of gardening for enthusiasts of all skill levels. The text employs an accessible, instructional style adorned with vivid illustrations and practical insights, facilitating a step-by-step approach to horticulture. Rexford...

In "Exercises in Knitting," Cornelia Mee presents a foundational text that intertwines practical instruction with the aesthetics of knitting. This comprehensive guide is crafted in a straightforward literary style, utilizing clear, accessible language that demystifies the art of knitting for both novices and experie...

In occasione della festa nazionale del gatto, che si celebra il 17 febbraio, Claudio Damiani omaggia i suoi lettori e gli amanti degli animali in genere con una raccolta di ventidue poesie ispirate ai suoi gatti. Il fascino del gatto, da sempre, è legato al suo aspetto misterioso. C’è chi apprezza la loro fisicità, ...

The Art of Graining: How Acquired and How Produced artfully encapsulates the nuanced theme of emulation and artistic reproduction across a varied spectrum of literary forms. This anthology serves as a comprehensive exploration of graining, where ideas about imitation are both celebrated and critiqued. The collection...

In "The Art of Needle-work, from the Earliest Ages," Sutherland Menzies presents a comprehensive exploration of the history and techniques of needlework, weaving together the artistic, cultural, and technical aspects of this enduring craft. Written in the mid-19th century, the book reflects a Victorian preoccupation...

On bookshelves around the world, surrounded by ordinary books bound in paper and leather, rest other volumes of a distinctly strange and grisly sort: those bound in human skin. Would you know one if you held it in your hand? In Dark Archives, Megan Rosenbloom seeks out the historic and scientific truths behind anthr...

For comic book fans the world over, Jack Kirby was the king. Born Jacob Kurtzberg in 1917, TidalWave Comics is now celebrating his life with their latest bio-comic "Tribute: Jack Kirby." This new bio comic will highlight how an artist helped change the face of comic books. For almost three decades, characters were t...

A stunning guide to growing, harvesting, and arranging gorgeous dahlia blooms from celebrated farmer-florist and New York Times bestselling author Erin Benzakein, founder of Floret Flower Farm. World-renowned flower farmer and floral designer Erin Benzakein reveals all the secrets to growing, cultivating, and arrang...

In "The Potter's Craft: A Practical Guide for the Studio and Workshop," Charles Fergus Binns offers a comprehensive exploration of pottery techniques, materials, and tools. The book is characterized by its pragmatic approach, blending meticulous detail with accessible language, making it suitable for both novices an...

In "British Pomology," Robert Hogg embarks on a meticulous exploration of fruit cultivation, intertwining scientific rigor with poetic description. This seminal work offers a comprehensive examination of British horticulture, delving into the intricate nuances of fruit varieties, their cultivation practices, and the...

In "Lectures on Painting, Delivered to the Students of the Royal Academy," Edward Armitage presents a series of profound discourses that delve into the practical and theoretical aspects of painting. His eloquent style intertwines art history with personal insights, offering a blend of didactic instruction and philos...

In "Mushrooms: How to Grow Them," William Falconer presents an intricate exploration of mushroom cultivation, blending practical horticultural advice with accessible language suited for both the novice and experienced grower. The text is organized methodically, combining empirical research with anecdotal evidence, t...

The collection, brings together the works that inspired the original NETFLIX series, directed by Louis Leterrier as well as the Hero, Assane Diop, performed by OMAR SY. Slender, elegant, refined, seductive, Arsène Lupine, gentleman-burglar by trade, is the model of the "Belle Epoque" dandy. His intelligence, his cul...