Books published by The Crowood Press Ltd

Explains the fundamental techniques of working with hot iron and steel, and suggests how those techniques can be used creatively in designs.

The Napoleonic Wars gripped Europe, and beyond, for over ten years at the beginning of the Nineteenth century. Hundreds of battles were fought between the armies of France (and its allies) and all those powers that wished to see Napoleon Bonaparte stopped in his tracks and an end to the French Empire. This book covers this topic.

Provides the gardener with the information he needs to know about organic cultivation, from the basics of climate, geology and soils, through an explanation of plants and their orders to the planning and planting of a variety of vegetables and edible plants.

Covers various aspects of the work of the dog groomer. This book helps owners, students and professional dog groomers develop their skills and knowledge.

* A concise guide to the training aids on the market, their uses and their pros and cons * From the traditional martingale to the most recent innovations, this handy book gives all the essential information on the subject * Clear, informative photographs illustrate throughout

Guiding the student and horse-owner through the bewildering variety of saddlery, horse equipment and clothing, this work describes its construction, purpose and correct usage by using clear line illustrations and colour photographs. It also includes information on the use of synthetic materials, new bitting systems, and Western riding.

Brief history of the airfield, construction and use including decoy sitesComprehensive list of flying units with dates and aircraft typesList of HQ units based at the airfieldDetails of memorialsMaps and plans of almost every airfieldLocation detailsSelection of period photographs

Describes and illustrates the uniforms and equipment of the WWII British soldier using original items worn by live models in authentic settings.

Designed to take the student through the various levels of kickboxing training, from the very early stages right through to black belt, this book is an ideal aid for anyone wanting to train in the comfort of their own home, or to improve their kickboxing skills in the gym or the dojo.

Machine guns covered:Maxim Maschinegewehr 08Maxim Maschinegewehr 08/15Maschinepistole MP18/1Vickers Mk 1Lewis Mk 1Hotchkiss Mle 1914Chauchat Mle 1915

Wing Chun Kung Fu has a long history but it has only been taught openly since the 1950s when Grandmaster Yip Man revealed the secrets fo the art and began to teach large numbers of students in Hong Kong. This work covers the full 116-movement Wooden Dummy form as taught by Grandmaster Yip Man to his eldest son, Ip Chun, who then taught the author.

In this clearly written book, the author uses both his extensive knowledge of the trade and his ability to explain the subject in easily understandable terms, to demonstrate how to carry out the work safely to a high standard, using tried and tested methods.

Model engineers have been making models of internal combustion engines since the invention of the real thing, but it has always been surrounded by a mystique, and a perceived difficulty that has put many people off. This book looks at this subject.

Provides practical advice that can help make you a better sportsperson whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your game.

Dampness can become an enemy when it invades our interior space, when it persists, it spreads and damages our domestic fittings, finishes and furnishings, and it stimulates the spread of fungus and decay in the structure of our houses. This is a guide to the causes and treatment of dampness.

Interior design is a multidiscipline profession blending spatial, technical and aesthetic knowledge. This title explores various aspects of this design skill, from sketching to record information, through orthographics and development to analyse the problem, to presentation drawing to communicate the solution.

Comprehensively sets out the ground rules for Mediterranean gardeners. This book talks about the range of plants to consider growing, what they offer and what they demand.