Books published by The Crowood Press Ltd

An unpretentious, non-academic approach to painting and drawingAvoiding 'painting by numbers'Strategies for independent working, building confidence and taking risksExamples from notable artistsThe body as an inspiring muse

The hunting, be it with dogs, ferrets, boomerangs or longbows, takes place within the city limits of Edinburgh. The enemy of the city poacher is not the gamekeeper but the occasional red-faced pre-breakfast jogger gasping his way through woods, scattering the wildlife.

Topics covered include:Preliminary sketchesUseful techniquesWorking with colourEvoking an atmosphereCapturing light and shade

Mastitis is one of the most common diseases in dairy cattle throughout the world resulting in reduced milk production and extra treatment costs. This book covers various aspects of the subject. It is suitable for veterinary surgeons and students, farmers and also those involved in the practical care of cattle.

Introduces the world of Bang & Olufsen, from their futuristic audio and hi-fi systems to their elegant television sets and attractive portable models, which have captivated enthusiasts.

Topics covered:Protection from the windVegetables, herbs and fruitClay gardening through the seasonsClimate changeManagement programmes

Written in association with Garden Organic (formerly the Henry Doubleday Research Association)

Gives author's advice on maintaining and modifying MGB, GT and GTV8 cars, with some additional reference to the MGC and MG RV8 models. This book covers: regulations, insurance and market value for all models; routine maintenance; body and interior changes; and brakes, suspension and steering.

Suitable for anyone wanting to improve their performance, from beginners learning the basic skills to more experienced participants working on advanced techniques, this book presents the history of snookers and billiards. It covers the rules of the game; choosing the right equipment and top tips from many of the game's great players.

Suitable for all those interested in pigeon shooting, whether for pest control or for sport, this book examines the use of decoy pigeons, the control of feral pigeons, shooting around buildings where birds are roosting and the use of shotguns. It also covers pigeon shooting with air rifles and live fire rifles.

Topics covered:Step-by-step demonstrationsImportance of light and how to create harmony, tone and colourEmphasis on drawing, sketching and plein-air paintingInstruction on painting water and skies, as well as coastal scenesAdvice on painting trips in Britain and abroad

In "Sixty Years of Welsh Champion", breed expert Dr Wynne Davies presents a complete record of equine champions from the Royal Welsh Show, 1947-2007. Both a beautifully presented book with numerous stunning photos, and an exhaustive record of the event at the heart of the Welsh calendar, this is a must have for every Welsh Pony and Cob enthusiast.

Helping to rehabilitate horses who have been disadvantaged, mentally or physically, by inadequate or inappropriate handling is the author's chief love. This book explains why riding and training rooted in the classical tradition is the only sure way to prevent such problems developing and how it can remedy serious and ingrained problems.

The Dorset and East Devon region is characterized by a variety of beautiful landscapes and a wealth of exciting geology, including such features as Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, Chesil Beach, the fossil-laden cliffs of Lyme Regis and the red cliffs of East Devon.

This book details the evolution of British post-war jungle webbing equipment and examines the items used specifically during the Malayan Emergency and later, the Borneo Confrontation.

Contains the story of ancient oceans, forests, shallow seas and ice. This book shows how, over millions of years, the limestone landscape has been laid down at the bottom of tropical seas, deformed by movements in the earth's crust and shaped giant glaciers.

A guide to graphology demonstrates how one's handwriting can be used to identify both physical and mental strengths and weaknesses. Working on the premise that handwriting is actually 'brain writing', the author demonstrates how the structure of the writing can give vital clues to the personality behind it.