Poor condition books are still perfect for a good read, all pages will be intact and none threatening to fall out most probably a reading copy only. Poor: We rarely sell poor condition books, unless the books are in demand and difficult to find in a better condition. Good: A few creases on the spine, perhaps a forward lean, bumping on corners or shelfwear maybe an inscription inside or some shelfwear or a small tear or two on the dustjacket inside clean but page edges might be somewhat yellowed.įair: In overall good condition, might have a severe forward lean to the spine, an inscription, bumping to corners one or two folds on the covers and yellowed pages in exceptional cases these books might contain some library stamps and stickers or have neat sticky tape which was used to fix a short, closed tear. Very Good: Might have some creases on the spine no hard cracks maybe slight forward lean and short inscription inside perhaps very minor bumping on the corners of the book inside clean but the page edges might be slightly yellowed. Well done you for stumbling upon this page we are in the process of removing this listing.We are very proud of the condition of the books we sell (please read our testimonials to find out more!)Īs New: Pretty much new but shows small signs of having been read inside it will be clean without any inscriptions or stamps might contain a remainder mark.

With a crusading vigor, he commends the joys of noble toil and makes a compelling plea for “virtuous craftsmanship,” which may, without vigilance, vanish forever.ĭang! We just sold this one. In an affectionate and nostalgic account, John Seymour recalls a lifetime of encounters with working craftspeople in different parts of the world and describes the trades and household activities he saw practiced in the countryside of his youth. Publisher: Angus And Robertson First Edition 1987. Over 1,700 detailed illustrations and photographs bring to life each craft and skill. Sub titled An Illustrated Guide to Traditional Domestic skills. Materials and workshop tools are usefully annotated, and techniques evoked in engaging words and pictures. From woodland and building crafts to the tasks of the kitchen and laundry, he explores every aspect of traditional life. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Forgotten Household Crafts by Seymour, John 1405322225 The Fast Free Shipping at the best. With characteristic passion, Seymour demonstrates that these country arts and household crafts need never be forgotten. Taking the reader on an evocative journey through the worlds of traditional craftspeople - from blacksmith to bee-keeper, wainwright to housewife - Seymour celebrates their honest skills, many of which have disappeared beneath the tread of progress. The Forgotten Arts & crafts brings together in a single absorbing volume two best-selling classics, The Forgotten Arts and Forgotten Household Crafts, written by the acknowledged “Father of Self-sufficiency” John Seymour. “There is not a human skill that was ever developed that is not still practiced somewhere on this planet.” - John Seymour.

Forgotten household crafts