How To...
Discover a world of practical knowledge with our "How To..." collection, offering a treasure trove of step-by-step guides and helpful tips. These books provide clear instructions on a wide range of topics, from cooking delicious meals to crafting DIY projects. Whether you want to learn a new hobby or master a useful skill, this category has something to spark your interest and boost your confidence. Explore and empower yourself with easy-to-follow guides that make learning accessible and fun.
Wood-working for Beginners: A Manual for Amateurs
Discover how to build wooden projects from scratch, channeling youthful energy into craftsmanship.
By Charles G. (Charles Gardner) Wheeler
Carpentry for Boys In a Simple Language, Including Chapters on Drawing, Laying Out Work, Designing and Architecture With 250 Original Illustrations
Discover how young boys can build, design, and create, mastering essential carpentry skills.
By James Slough Zerbe
The Young Farmer: Some Things He Should Know
Unlock the secrets to a bountiful harvest and a fulfilling life on the farm, where passion meets practical wisdom, and the soil yields success through knowledge.
By Thomas Forsyth Hunt
How to Sing
Unlock your vocal potential with expert guidance on training, technique, and the secrets to mastering the art of song.
By Luisa Tetrazzini
Perfect Behavior: A Guide for Ladies and Gentlemen in All Social Crises
Discover how a young man hilariously navigates the absurd rules of courtship in a bygone era, where manners are paramount and missteps lead to comical chaos.
By Donald Ogden Stewart
Mission Furniture: How to Make It, Part 1
Discover how to craft your own timeless furniture with easy-to-follow instructions perfect for both beginners and seasoned woodworkers alike.
By H. H. (Henry Haven) Windsor
The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, Adapted to the Use of Private Families
Step back in time and learn to master the kitchen and home, with expert advice on everything from cooking to cleaning.
By Mary Eaton
The Story of Glass
Orphaned and torn between two uncles, a young girl's life transforms as a family dispute turns into a journey of discovery that spans continents.
By Sara Ware Bassett
How to Study
Unlock the secrets to mastering any subject with a time-tested guide that transforms ordinary students into self-directed, critical thinkers.
By George Fillmore Swain
Common Sense for Housemaids
A frustrated visitor writes a guide to teach inexperienced maids how to properly clean and manage a home after enduring a stay in a poorly kept house.
By Ann Fraser Tytler
The Book of Household Management
Discover how Victorian homes functioned with insights into everything from managing a kitchen to understanding the duties of each servant.
By Mrs. (Isabella Mary) Beeton
How to make pottery
Start your pottery adventure confidently with instructions on selecting clays, preparing materials, and utilizing essential tools to craft your own ceramic masterpieces.
By Mary White
Shaving Made Easy: What the Man Who Shaves Ought to Know
Discover the forgotten secrets of a bygone era to achieve the perfect, irritation-free shave, transforming a daily chore into a luxurious ritual.
By Anonymous
Jackson's Gymnastics for the Fingers and Wrist being a system of gymnastics, based on anatomical principles, for developing and strengthening the muscles of the hand for musical, mechanical and medical purposes: with thirty-seven diagrams
Unlock the secrets to powerful fingers and resilient wrists with specialized exercises designed to enhance musical skill, prevent injuries, and improve hand strength.
By Edwin Ward Jackson
Advice to Singers
Unlock your vocal potential through expert guidance, healthy habits, and a deep understanding of the art and science of singing.
By Frederick James Crowest
The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society
Uncover the secrets to navigating 19th-century society with grace and charm, where kindness and consideration are the keys to unlocking a world of social acceptance and influence.
By Florence Hartley
Domestic Cookery, Useful Receipts, and Hints to Young Housekeepers
Discover a treasure trove of simple recipes and helpful household tips designed to transform any novice into a confident homemaker.
By Elizabeth E. (Elizabeth Ellicott) Lea
The Still-Room
** Venture back in time to learn about the lost skills of housewifery, from creating tasty meals to preserving the harvest, and rediscover the pride in being self-sufficient.
By Charles Roundell
For Luncheon and Supper Guests
Discover how to effortlessly host delightful gatherings with perfectly planned menus and recipes, ensuring a stress-free and impressive dining experience for you and your cherished guests.
By Alice Bradley
Shelters, Shacks and Shanties
Discover the secrets to crafting cozy outdoor hideaways, from basic campsites to sturdy cabins, and unlock a world of adventure in the wild.
By Daniel Carter Beard