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Being Concise Directions for the proper Education, both for the Field and as Combanions of Retrievers, Pointers, Setters, Spaniels, Terriers, etc. By "Pathfinder." In cloth gilt, price 5s., by post, 5s. 3d.
"The hook is as useful os it can well he made." - The Field.
Their Varieties, History, Characteristics, Breeding, Management, and Exhibition. Illustrated with 52 Portraits of the Chief Dogs of the Day. By Hugh Dalziel ("Corsincon," Author of "The Diseases of Dogs," "The Diseases of Horses," &c), assisted by Eminent Fanciers. Bevelled boards, extra gilt, gilt edges, price 10s., by post, 10s. 6d. "Will give you all information." - Kennel Review.
L. Upcott Gill, Publisher, 170, Strand, W.C.

Fug Dog "Tum Tum" (from "British Dogs").
Their Pathology. Diagnosis, and Treatment; to which is added a complete Dictionary of Canine Materia Medica; Modes of Administering Medicines; Treatment in cases of Poisoning, and the Value of Disinfectants. For the Use of Amateurs. By Hugh Dalziel, (Author of "British Dogs," &c). NEW, REVISED, AND GREATLY ENLARGED EDITION. In paper, price 1s., by post, 1s. 1d.; in cloth gilt, 2s., by post, 2s. 2d. "Will enable anybody who keeps a dog to deal with cases of ordinary indisposition or injury." - The Scotsman.
The Diversities, the names, the natures, and the properties. Date 1576. Reprinted verbatim. [Note. - This is the earliest book in the English language on the subject, and should be in the hands of all who take an interest in Dogs.] In boards, price 2s. 6d , by post, 2s. 8d. "It cannot fail to commend itself to all." - Live Stock Journal.
A Register for Owners, Breeders, and Exhibitors of Dogs, wherein they can keep full particulars of their Studs in a convenient and comprehensive manner. Contains: 1. Index Diary; 2. Owner's Diary; 3. Breeder's Diary; 4. Diary of Pups; 5. Stud Diary; 6. Exhibition Diary; 7. General Diary; 8. Pedigree Diary; 9. Receipts; 10. Expenditure; 11. General Balance Sheet. In cloth. with pockets for certificates, 3s. 6d., by post, 3s. 9d. "The Editor has left little room for improvement." - Live Stock Journal.
A Record of Facts and Useful Information relating to Dogs, to which is added the "Kennel Diary." Of great value and interest to all Owners, Breeders, and Exhibitors of Dogs. In cloth 5s., by post, 5s. 4d.
For use at all Dog, Poultry, Pigeon, Rabbit, and Cage Bird Shows. In Four Books, comprising: I. Minute Book: II. Cash Book; III. Entries Book: IV. Ledger. With Full Directions and Illustrative Examples for Working them. N.B. - The bet of Four Books is kept in Three Series: No, I, for Show of 500 Entries, 10s. 6d. the set; No. 2, for 1000 Entries, 15s. fid. the set: and No. 3. for 1500 Entries, £1 1s. the set. Larger frizes in proportion. A Sample Set of Sheets, post free, 1s. "Just what are wanted, for a set of these books trill save a vast amount of labour and trouble." - The Stock-keeper.
Their Pathology, Diagnosis, and Treatment; to which is added a complete Dictionary of Equine Materia Medica. For the Use of Amateurs. By Hugh Dalziel. In paper, price 1s. 6d., by post. 1s. 8d. "Should be in the hands of every horse owner." - Sporting Chronicle.
A Manual on the Varieties, Breeding, and Management of Pigs, Sheep, Horses, Cows, Oxen, Asses, Mules, and Goats, and the Treatment of their Diseases. Designed for the use of Young Farmers and Amateurs. By W. H. Ablett (Author of " Farming for Pleasure and Profit," "Arboriculture for Amateurs"). In cloth gilt, price 5s., by post, 5s.3d. "The more especially practical part of the work is beyond all praise." - Broad Arrow.
A short Treatise on the Profitable Management of a Dairy Farm. Illustrated. By G. Seaward Witcombe. In paper, price 1s. fid., by post, 1s. 7d. "A mass of interesting material." - The Field.
Containing Practical Directions for the Management of the Milch Goat in Health and Disease. Illustrated. By H. Stephen Holmes Pegler. Cheap Edition, in paper, price 1s., by post, 1s. 1d. "The best book we know on the subject." - Chambers's Journal.
A Practical Guide to the Profitable Management of Pigs. By G. Gilbert ("Gurth"). In paper, price 1s., by post, 1s. 1d. "Not merely a good deal of useful and practical information, but many bits of homely folklore." - Spectator.
A complete Work on Breeding and Rearing all Varieties of Fancy Rabbits, giving their History, Variations, Uses. Points, Selection, Mating, Management, and every other information. Illustrated with Coloured Plates, specially prepared for this work, and numerous Wood Engravings. In cloth gilt, price 7s. fid; by post. 8s. "A charming book for rabbit fanciers." - Mark Lane Express.
L. Upcott Gill, Publisher, 170, Strand, W.C.
Practical Handbooks. - Animals, Art and Virtu. 5 RABBITS FOR FRIZES AND PROFIT:
Containing Full Directions for the proper Management of Fancy Rabbits in Health and Disease, for Pets or the Market; and Descriptions of every known Variety, with Instructions for Breeding good specimens. Illustrated. By the late Charles Rayson. Revised by the Editor of " The Book of the Rabbit." In cloth gilt, price 2s. 6d., by post, 2s. 9d.; with coloured plates, extra gilt, gilt edges, 5s., by post, 5s. id. [May also be had in two parts, as follow:]
" We have often had occasion to recommend this work." - The Field.
Including Hutches, Breeding, Feeding, Diseases and their Treatment, Rabbit Coverts, etc. Fully illustrated. (Forming Part I. of "Rabbits for Prizes and Profit.") In paper, price ls., by post, 1s. 1d.
Being Descriptions of all Varieties of Fancy Rabbits, their Points of Excellence, and how to obtain them. , Illustrated. (Forming Part II. of "Rabbits for Prizes and Profit.") In paper, price 1s., by post, 1s. 1d.
Containing Instructions for the Breeding, Management, and Working of Ferrets, paper, price 6d., by post, 7d.
"Well worthy of perusal . . . cmlains valuable information." - Sportsman.
Their Varieties, Management, and Breeding. Re-issue, with Criticisms, etc, by Dr. Carter Blake. Illustrated. In paper, price 6d., by post. 6 1/2d.
"Goes thoroughly into the subject." - Cambridge Chronicle.
Art And Virtu
Including some references to those of modern times. Bv James M Fleming. Illustrated with Facsimiles of Tickets and Sound Holes, etc. In the new "Renaissance" binding, price 6s. 6d., by post, 7s.
"Embraces a greater number of features than will be found in any other single volume." - Daily Chronicle.

Ticket of Jacob Stainer (from "Old Violins and their Makers").
Its Principles and Practice. By Walter Harvey. Illustrated. In paper, price 1s., by post. 1s. 1d.
"Just what is wanted." - Ladies' Journal.
Being Instructions in Colouring Photographs, Imitation Stained Glass, Decalcomanie. Queen Shell Work. Painting on China, Japanese Lacquer Work, Stencilling, Painting Magic Lantern Slides, Menu and Guest Cards, Spatter Work, Picture and Scrap Screens, Frosted Silver Work. Picture Cleaning and Restoring. Illuminating and Symbolical Colouring. Illustrated. In cloth gilt, price 2s. 6d., by post, 2s. 8d.
"Practical, satisfactory in its treatment, and very interesting." - The Queen.
A Manual for Collectors. Being a Concise Account of the Development of the Potter's Art in England. Profusely Illustrated with Marks. Monograms, and Engravings of characteristic Specimens. New Edition. In cloth gilt, price 3s. 6d., by post, 3s. 8d.
"The collector will find the work invaluable." - Broad Arrow.
L. Upcott Gill, Publisher, 170, Strand, W.C.
A Practical Handbook on Painting and Etching upon Various Objects and Materials for the Decoration of our Homes. Illustrated with Novel Head and Tail Pieces. By B. C. Saward (Author of the Artistic Needlework in "The Dictionary of Needlework," Ac). A new Art Book, printed on tinted paper, with coloured ink, and bound in the new "Renaissance" binding, price 7s. 6d., by post, 7s. 9d.
"Spared no pains to give useful information as to the various processes of Decorative Painting." - Academy.

Japanese Tail-piece (from "Decorative Painting").
A Guide to the :
Giving the Value of the various Coins, from the prices realised at the chief sales of the past 20 years. Arranged in chronological order. Of immense value to collectors and dealers. PLATES IN GOLD, SILVER, AND COPPER. In Monthly Parts, price 7d. I. to IX. now ready.
"A useful guide . , . cannot be otherwise than highly serviceable." - Bath HeralD.

Edward VI. Half Sovebeign, Third Year (from "A Guide to the Identification and Valuation of British Coins ").
A Manual for Collectors; being a History and Description of the Coinage of Great Britain, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time. Profusely Illustrated. In cloth gilt, price 4s., by post, 4s. 4d.
"A more useful, compendious, and reliable guide to the study and arrangement of the Coins of Great Britain could not well be placed in the Collector's hands." - The Reliquary.
 
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