The long-tailed fowl is so named because its tail continues to grow to great lengths, thus making the species and associated breeds quite unique. The tail of fine species may reach up to 30 feet. In Britain and North America there are the Yokohamas and Phoenix, which originated from the same source as the Japanese Long-tailed Fowl. This book examines the history of these unique breeds and examines the ways for achieving the appropriate results in tail size. A "must" for anyone interested in poultry, especially the unusual and rare breeds.
Note: Slight Ripple at top of sheets - possible water/moisture damage while in storage at distributor. This book was never sold to anyone.
| 1. What is the Long-tailed Fowl ? 2. History of the Long-tailed Fowl 3. Possible Breeds & Colours - Names of Breeds I 4. Names of Breeds II 5. Names of Breeds III 6. Management of the Long-tailed Fowl |
This is a one of a kind Special book Signed by Dr. Joseph Batty (Author) and Dedicated to Silvio Mattacchione who published and distributed books for Dr. Joseph Batty.
The Sebright Bantam is quite unique for many reasons:
Created specifically around 200 years ago by Sir John Sebright, who was fascinated by animal breeding. The hen feathering and delicate lacing, characteristics of the breed, provide unusual plumage, not seen on any other bantam, except possibly Poland's, which are quite different in other ways. The carriage, general demeanor, the strutting walk and the jaunty wings, provide a combination of features which, together, give symmetry and beauty. Diminutive size which brings it into the category of one of the smallest bantams. The female is around 18 oz. and the male 22 oz. (510 to 620 g). In the USA, they tend to be slightly larger. The Japanese at minimum weights may be slightly smaller, but the others, all still quite small, are heavier; eg. Pekin and Old English Game. The heavy breeds, such as Indian Game, Wyandotte and Tuzos can be twice as heavy. The head should be of a good size, topped by an extraordinary Rose comb, containing elaborate workings and finished off with a point at the back, known as a leader.
In this book the standards are discussed in detail, each specific requirement being stated and explained. There are many illustrations to show the good and bad points of specific illustrations of birds. The shows held by the original Sebright club almost 200 years ago must make the breed one of the first exhibition birds; the start of show in an organized way was around 1850.
This breed was to endure the many social changes and today remains a firm favorite for those who wish to keep a diminutive bantam with no equivalent in large fowl.
| 1. Background & History 2. Nature of the Sebright Bantams 3. Breeds used to Develop the Sebright Bantams 4. Breeding & Management 5. Showing |
Gilbert White is known throughout the world as a naturalist and the author of "The Natural History of Selborne", the first book to present a formal study of an area and its wildlife. It has run into numerous editions and impressions and holds a place as one of the best known books ever published.
Inevitably, scholars, natural historians and the public at large seek information on the background and character of such a personality. What induced him to spend his days in Selborne in literary pursuits and scientific study on matters which interested him rather than accept a living which gave him more official recognition.
This book is recommended to all who are interested in studying the life of a great man and the social structure of the eighteenth century.
Note: Book described as used but was never sold.
Her parents, Hebert and Elizabeth Hutchinson brought them up in a very old farmhouse on the top of Marley Heights 700 feet above sea level. They enjoyed a complete countrified life. There was no gas or electricity and climbing up to bed with a guttering candle is one of the author's early memories - yet they had two deliveries of post daily, while tradesmen could be relied upon to call for orders and to deliver the goods quickly.
In their somewhat frugal life the garden, farm, woods and meadows were an unfailing attraction and cost nothing; the children were never bored. they careered along the lanes in their donkey cart and roamed far and wide. With cows, pigs and chickens,they were self supporting to a large degree, plus the back breaking summer chore of whortleberry ('urts') picking.
The book is illustrated thought, not only with photographs taken by "Aunt Kitty" but with delightful recollection of the immediate family, and of uncles, aunts and cousins, and above all Miss Hutchinson's distinguished grandfather, the surgeon, Sir Jonathan Hutchinson, who founded the well known Haslemere Educational Museum.
| 1. The Guttering Candle 2. Playing the Garden 3. On the Farm 4. Our Hilltop 5. In the Woods | 6. Further Afield 7. Friends and Neighbors 8. Down to Haslemere 9. Over to Inval 10. Of Cabbages and Kings |
The methods used for day and night turns poaching are all explained. The characters of the countryside - the good and the bad - are examined. Brushes with police and gamekeepers, the irony and the humor are all intertwined. Common myths and fallacies are criticized; no poaches. He reveals the poacher's secrets and personal biases.
This is a lively book, full of pathos. Gamekeepers, social historians, lovers of the countryside and poachers, themselves will be amazed, amused, entertainment and educated by this fascinating true account of the life of a poacher.
| 1. Boyhood Memories 2. I become an Experienced Poacher 3. Poacher Allies 4. Places and More Adventures 5. Poaching Incidents and Personalities 6. Return to Normal Conditions 7. Making Profitable use of the Countryside |
This is a book for those who have an active interest in country matters and particularly field sports.
The author has spent many years enjoying the role of an amateur gamekeeper. Being an experienced writer he is able to give the necessary instructions and advise in a concise, interesting manner.
To view a detailed Table of Contents please see the images provided.
Ferrets are the animals of the Gamekeeper whether he is a full time professional or a part time amateur. They are trained to hunt, keeping down vermin and maintaining a balance within the countryside. Anyone who rears pheasants or other livestock can confirm that with out firm controls, rates and other scavengers can very quickly multiple until they over run that part of the countryside.
All the essentials are explained: feeding and management, netting, rules of safety and the best methods to employ. the aim is to give a practical guide to an essentially do it yourself hobby.
The trapping section covers the techniques and traps employed, explaining how the latter, can be utilized to the best possible extent. Modern methods, such as the use of gas are also examined, making the book as comprehensive as possible.
Throughout the text there are photographs of ferrets, ferreting situations and other scenes. The whole is augmented by detailed drawings of birds and animals of the countryside.
| 1. The Ferret and its relatives 2. Ferret Management 3. The Quarry 4. Training and working Ferrets to Rabbits and Rats 5. Alternative Methods of Rabbit Control and some advice on Ratting 6. The Trapper's 7. Traps and Trapping Quarry Index |
| 1. Introduction 2. Acknowledgements 3. Part One - the Breeds | 4. Part Two - the Workhorse 5. Part Three - the Showhorse 6. Part Four - Some Historical Aspects | Bibliography Appendix Index |
| 1. The Founder of the New Forest Hunt Club 1781 - 1798 2. The Early Years 1798 - 1808 3. The Father of Foxhunting 1808 - 1813 4. Sun Nicholls 1814 - 1828 5. The Great Western 1826 - 1854 6. Messrs, Timson, Morant and Standish 1854 - 1874 | 7. the Fast Ladies 1874 - 1885 8. The Country Divided 1885 - 1895 9. The Second Mr. Compton 1895 - 1905 10. The Edwardian Afternoon 1905 - 1918 11. Six George Meyrick 1981 - 1956 12. Bringing the History Up-to-date 1956 - 1980 |
This book provides an overall picture of everything involved with keeping fancy pigeons.
Particular emphasis is placed on showing the diversity of the breeds, e.g.their different forms, colors and markings. well over 200 breeds are illustrated. Also covered are the most common diseases affecting fancy pigeons. As well as describing these illnesses, the book proposes forms of treatment and prevention and looks at sensible and effective preventive measures in time of particular stress.
This book also contains a section on the history and basic principles of pigeon keeping and breeding, as well as pigeon exhibitions.
| 1. Fancy Pigeons in Past and Present 2. Keeping and Breeding Fancy Pigeons 3. Organisations and Exhibition 4. Pigeon Breeds 5. The Most Common Diseases in Fancy Pigeons 6. Prevention of Diseases in Fancy Pigeons |
One of the rarest books in the racing pigeon literature, and it is among the most important.
This is the FOURTH volume of a set of Five from Jules Gallez. WE have ALL FIVE OF THESE VOLUMES!!
Great book written by Jules Gallez on his methods and techniques on raising and racing old and young pigeons. Topics include: Racing young birds and the used methods, discusses a variety of methods from great pigeon fanciers... and more!
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Rare - Very hard to find a copy of this book. Printed and published in 1957.
The reader will get all the basic knowledge needed to make a good start with the Racing Pigeon hobby. This book is to attempt to prevent the reader from making mistakes which could prove costly. Advise and guidance based on the general practices of successful pigeon racers and breeders.
Pigeon racing is a practical sport. It is not a sport that can be learnt from books alone but is something that must also be learnt with pigeons in a pigeon loft. This book does not offer an open door to immediate success in the sport, but is more an attempt to prevent the reader from making mistakes which could prove costly.
Experience of the 100 years of the sport’s history has shown that in the management of pigeons some things are unquestionably right and others are just as wrong. On these matters good pigeon fanciers throughout the world are agreed. On other matters, how ever, there is far less agreement and in many cases no agreement at all. In this book will be found advice based on the general practice of successful pigeon racers and where these disagree among themselves, then that also will be noted. It is a book of experience, not only the limited experience of the author but the experience of people with whom the author has come into con-tact in his day by day work on The Racing Pigeon, a weekly paper read throughout the world. This experience has been analysed carefully, and some attempt has been made at deciding whether
certain fanciers win because of the methods they adopt or in spite of them!
It is impossible in a book of this length to deal with every topic. As long as there are pigeon fanciers so there will be fresh things to discuss and ten books could not cover all that could be written. Here in this book will be found the essential facts that a newcomer to the sport will need to know if he is not to be disappointed in his attempts to race pigeons.
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| 1. The Pigeon Itself 2. the Pigeon's Year 3. Food and Feeding 4. The Pigeon's Home 5. Breeding Winners | 6. Preparing for the Races 7. Winning Systems 8. The Off Season 9. Officials and their Work 10. Making a Start |
Pigeon raising, one of the oldest hobbies known to man is becoming more and more popular. Even people with limited space are finding great satisfaction in raising, training and breeding one or more varieties of pigeons. This basic handbook removes the mystery form the hobby and explains everything that beginner needs to know. Both popular and little know breeds are shown for the first time in full and true pictures. The concise text leads the beginner through all the steps - from selecting birds, to housing, feeding, breeding and keeping them healthy.
A special section devoted to raising and training Racing Homers clearly tells how to prepare the birds for the race.
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| 1. Pigeons as a Hobby 2. General Management 3. Varieties of Pigeons 4. Housing for your Pigeons | 5. Feeding your Pigeons 6. Pigeon Breeding 7. Keeping your Pigeons Healthy 8. Training your Pigeons |
The successful fanciers of both race and exhibition of pigeons have always recognized the importance of health to success in the hobby. However, until recently they have not been able to manage the health problems with any real level of confidence.
Aim of this book is to share the author's knowledge and experience of pigeon health. Disease problems in the loft will be minimized and the hobby will become more enjoyable and competitive.
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| 1. Introduction 2. Health Programs 3. Young Bird Health Program 4. Moulting Health Program 5. Pre-race Season Health Program 6. Race Season Health Program 7. Pre-Breeding Season Health Program 8. New Bird Health Program 9. Special Health Program 1-5 10. The New Age Medicines for Racing Pigeons 11. Preventative, Curative & Health Medicines | 12. The Super-Additives 13. Summary of Products Available on Consultation 14. The Health Diary 15. Race Bird Inventory 16. The Diagnosis of Pigeon Diseases 17. the Importance of Good Feed 18. Loft Design Tips 19. Race Bird Planner 20. Names, Addresses & Phone numbers 21. Analysis of race Results & Notes |
Pigeon raising, one of the oldest hobbies known to man is becoming more and more popular. Even people with limited space are finding great satisfaction in raising, training and breeding one or more varieties of pigeons. This basic handbook removes the mystery form the hobby and explains everything that beginner needs to know. Both popular and little know breeds are shown for the first time in full and true pictures. The concise text leads the beginner through all the steps - from selecting birds, to housing, feeding, breeding and keeping them healthy.
A special section devoted to raising and training Racing Homers clearly tells how to prepare the birds for the race.
This is from a library and the cover is well used/marked. Also, stamps and markings from the library inside the book.
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| 1. Pigeons as a Hobby 2. General Management 3. Varieties of Pigeons 4. Housing for your Pigeons | 5. Feeding your Pigeons 6. Pigeon Breeding 7. Keeping your Pigeons Healthy 8. Training your Pigeons |
Very RARE and hard to find book! This is a first edition of this book!
Pigeon Racing is a nationwide sport with no fewer than a quarter of a million participants. Yet it makes little impact on the rest of the community. Everyone knows of it, little is known about it. This book reveals the reasons for the compulsive attractiveness for those competitors taking part, for their total commitment, and the rewards, which can run to the riches for those who succeed.
There are chapters on the way the sport has developed, the racing pigeon; the loft; training; race day; breeding and feeding; how to start; the great names. These different aspects are discussed and make a complex and very technical subject comprehensible to those who have no prior Knowledge of the sport , or tits organisation.
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| 1. Home-based and nationwide 2. High-mettle racers 3. Life in the loft 4. The Road 5. The Winnings | 6. How to being 7. Breeding and Feeding 8. Great names 9. The human element |
Rare - Very hard to find a copy of this book. Printed and published in 1980.
The reader will get all the basic knowledge needed to make a good start with the Racing Pigeon hobby. This book is to attempt to prevent the reader from making mistakes which could prove costly. Advise and guidance based on the general practices of successful pigeon racers and breeders.
Pigeon racing is a practical sport. It is not a sport that can be learnt from books alone but is something that must also be learnt with pigeons in a pigeon loft. This book does not offer an open door to immediate success in the sport, but is more an attempt to prevent the reader from making mistakes which could prove costly.
Experience of the 100 years of the sport’s history has shown that in the management of pigeons some things are unquestionably right and others are just as wrong. On these matters good pigeon fanciers throughout the world are agreed. On other matters, how ever, there is far less agreement and in many cases no agreement at all. In this book will be found advice based on the general practice of successful pigeon racers and where these disagree among themselves, then that also will be noted. It is a book of experience, not only the limited experience of the author but the experience of people with whom the author has come into con-tact in his day by day work on The Racing Pigeon, a weekly paper read throughout the world. This experience has been analysed carefully, and some attempt has been made at deciding whether
certain fanciers win because of the methods they adopt or in spite of them!
It is impossible in a book of this length to deal with every topic. As long as there are pigeon fanciers so there will be fresh things to discuss and ten books could not cover all that could be written. Here in this book will be found the essential facts that a newcomer to the sport will need to know if he is not to be disappointed in his attempts to race pigeons.
This is the third edition of this great book.
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| 1. The Pigeon Itself 2. the Pigeon's Year 3. Food and Feeding 4. The Pigeon's Home 5. Breeding Winners | 6. Preparing for the Races 7. Winning Systems 8. The Off Season 9. Officials and their Work 10. Making a Start |
Very RARE and hard to find book!
An illustrated treatise on the influence of Eye-Sign, based on Mr. S. W. E. Bishop's investigations and experiments - 2nd edition (1954)
The Long-Distance Fancier's key to "Eye-Sign" - the only visible characteristic for selection in breeding and racing long-distance winners.
This book is well used. Front cover is water stain and the owner has his name on the front cover twice. Pages on this book are discolored due to age. The detailed information is this book is not impacted by the front cover wear described about.
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| 1. Part One - Proving the value of Eye Sign as a guide to the selection of long distance racing pigeons 2. Part Two - the wonderful mechanism of a pigeon's eye 3. Part Three - the "Formula of Recognition" and how to use it when selecting long distance pigeons 4. Part Four - Making practical use of the "Formula of Recognition " and the mating and racing of birds by "Eye-Sign 5. Part Five - "The Eyes of the Champion" (Reprinted from Pigeon Racing News and Gazette written by C.J. Cranstoun).. 6. Glossary of Terms |
"Skutch combines his personal knowledge of pigeons that he has watched near his Costa Rican home with a masterful summary of the published literature on Columbids of the world. The doves and pigeons of the world are a fascinating lot. Alexander Skutch, aided by Dana Gardner, captures the essence of their life and presents it in an easily digestible form. Although scientists may be exasperated by some of the elements of the presentation, any student of birds will be enlightened and entertained by reading Life of the Pigeon." -- Ornithological Literature
Large format, beautifully illustrated with many full page color plates and black and white drawings, 130 pages.
This book is devoted to individual accounts of Australia's 22 native and 3 introduced species. These comprehensive accounts embrace all areas of knowledge - including nomenclature, history, distribution, feeding, breeding, nesting information,important habitats, general activity and behavior.
Also included are distribution Maps showing the areas where each species occurs and sonagrams, diagrams representing the sounds made by a number of species.
Individual section for each bird species.
This is a very large and heavy book.
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| 1. Biology of Pigeons 2. Aviculture 3. Black-banded Pigeon 4. Wompoo Pigeon 5. Red-Crowned Pigeon 6. Purple-crowned Pigeon 7. Torres Strait Pigeon 8. Topkno Pigeon 9. Brown Pigeon 10. White-Headed Pigeon 11. Feral Pigeon 12. Spotted Dove 13. Senegal Dove 14. Diamond Dove 15. Peaceful Dove 16. Bar-shouldered Dove | 17. Green-winged Pigeon 18. Flock Pigeon 19. Common Bronzewing 20. Brush Bronzewing 21. Crested Pigeon 22. Partridge Pigeon 23. Squatter Pigeon 24. Spinifex Pigeon 25. Chestnut-quilled Rock Pigeon 26. White-quilled Rock Pigeon 27. Wonga Pigeon Bibliography Author Index General Index |