Books published by The Crowood Press Ltd

The scope and potential of mouldmaking and casting is fascinating, and makes it one of the most exciting processes available to craftsmen. Its opportunities have been developed and expanded further by a range of methods and materials made available to the domestic market.

David Hancock's earlier books have been highly praised and when reviewing one of his previous volumes, the revered working terrier expert, the late Brian Plummer described it as 'a masterpiece'.

Environmentally friendly buildings are a must for our future. Among the many new ideas for buildings are green roofs. But what is a green roof? How do they work? Why are individuals and businesses installing them? And how do you install and maintain a green roof?

A guide to beekeeping and management. Topics covered include: the bee and its environment; hives and other equipment; management of the apiary; and control of pests and diseases.

The story of the author's solo flight from England to Cape Town in a single-engined Percival Mew Gull in 1939, a distance of 12,754 miles over desert, sea and jungle. His flight established several solo records which still stand in 1998.

'Designing and Printing Textiles' follows the creative process of designing patterns from the beginning, when sourcing ideas, through to the final production of high-quality designs and textiles.

A series that provides a look at the military airfields of the British Isles, aimed at historians and tourists. Each book includes a number of counties on a regional basis. Entries cover various military airfields within the counties, beginning from WW1. This third fourth title focuses on Northern England, where WWII bomber airfields dominated.

This informative book takes the novice from choosing his first rifle to hunting techniques. In his highly individual style, John Darling explains the methods and techniques that work for him. Chapters cover the air rifle, ammunition, sights, accessories and clothing, shooting and hunting techniques, the law and safety, quarry (including rabbits, squirrels, rats, woodpigeons, doves and crows), and field target shooting. Although appealing mainly to the inexperienced shooter, the competent hunter will find invaluable advice on the maintenance of equipment and field techniques within these pages.