Originally published in 1934, this is a clear and practical guide to preparing food for ill and convalescing people. The book is full of useful recipes and practical advice. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Vintage Cookery Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents Include Weights and Measures Various Methods of Cooking Suitable for Invalids Foods for the Sick Room and other Little Matters Beverages Salt Dishes Gruel, Porridge and Such-like Oatmeal gruel Vegetable Dishes Sweet Dishes Jellies Fruit Dishes

Vols. for 1898-1968 include a directory of publishers.

"Ways of Wood Folk" by William J. Long. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

This enchanting collection of stories gathers together legends from across Scotland in one special volume. Drawn from The History Press' popular Folk Tales series, herein lies a treasure trove of tales from a wealth of talented storytellers. From the Spaeman's peculiar advice and a laird who is transformed into a frog, to a fugitive hiding in a dark cave and the stoor worm battling with Assipattle, this book celebrates the distinct character of Scotland's different customs, beliefs and dialects, and is a treat for all who enjoy a well-told story.