This book contains a collection of puzzling magic tricks and illusions. Covering an array of different areas, from card tricks to conjuring, this book will mean that you can keep your friends and family amazed and mystified for hours. Using simple, easily obtainable props these tricks are practical to do anywhere, meaning you will always have the perfect trick up your sleeve at any party. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This wonderful collection of stories, originally published posthumously in 1942, is here republished with a new introductory biography. Contents include: Johnny Pye and the Fool-Killer, By the Waves of Babylon and others. Benét was an accomplished writer at an early age, having had his first book published at 17. His best known works are the book-length narrative poem American Civil War, John Brown's Body (1928), and two short stories, The Devil and Daniel Webster (1936) and By the Waters of Babylon (1937).

Salmon is the name for several species of ray-finned fish in the family Salmonidae, which also includes trout, char, grayling and whitefish. Within this volume, the author presents a complete guide to salmon fishing, providing simple information and instructions on everything that a salmon fisher needs to know. Contents include: "Forming the Tag, Tail and Butt", "Salmon Flies", "Dressing the Salmon Fly", "The Lesson", "The Salmon Fly Rod, Reel, etc", "Lessons in Casting", "Fishing the salmon Fly in Low Water", "Hooking and Playing the Fish", "Hooks and Knots" ...

"The Enjoyment of Angling" is a collection of songs and poems related to fishing. Divided into each month of the year, the songs are all tied together through the common theme of enjoying fishing, and come complete with lyrics and clear sheet music. This volume is highly recommended for lovers of fishing and outdoor pursuits, and it would make for a charming addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "March", "Song", "April", "Apria", "May", "Song", "June", "Song", "July", "Song", "August", "Song", "September", "Song", "October", "Song" ...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This book contains a lovely collection of vintage hand knitting patterns for the making of smart suits for women. With patterns in different styles and sizes, there is something to suit every taste and occasion. This book provides some beautiful additions to a wardrobe, including a 'Check Patterned Suit' and a 'Bouclet Sweater and Skirt', to ensure that you can always dress to look your best. With patterns of varying difficulties, this book should be suitable for most levels of knitting skill. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance ...

The battles and adventures of Norse heroes are famous around the world, here are epic tales of three of the very finest. Sigmund and his son Sigurd of the Völsung clan and their battles with the Burgunduans along with the legends of Frithiof the bold. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Pomona Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.