A Word to the Wise: Traditional Advice and Old Country Ways by Ruth Binney Hardc

Description: A Word to the Wise by Ruth Binney This fascinating compilation of accumulated wisdom includes traditional sayings and superstitions to explain whether, and why, they still work today. With advice on the practical necessities of cooking, gardening, housekeeping and health, as well as proverbial wisdom concerning good behaviour for children, adults and life in general. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This fascinating compilation of accumulated wisdom includes traditional sayings and superstitions to explain whether, and why, they still work today. With advice on the practical necessities of cooking, gardening, housekeeping and health, as well as proverbial wisdom concerning good behaviour for children, adults and life in general. AUTHOR: Ruth Binney has been studying the countryside and nature for over 50 years. She holds a degree in Natural Sciences from Cambridge University and has been involved in countless publications during her career as an editor. She is the also a bestselling author having published numerous books on the gardening, countryside, country sayings and customs. Ruth lives in Yeovil, Somerset. 100 b/w illustrations Notes A fascinating compilation of accumulated wisdom, bringing together a wide collection of traditional sayings and superstitions to explain whether, and why they still work today. Covers cooking, gardening, health and more. Author Biography Ruth Binney has been studying the natural world for most of her life. She holds a degree in Natural Sciences from Cambridge University and has been involved in countless publications during her career as an editor. She is the author of many successful natural history and gardening books including Weeds on Trial 9781910821275, Flower Garden Secrets 9781910821428, The English Countryside 9781910821459 and Coasts 9781910821398. She lives in Cardiff. Table of Contents Introduction 6Living Together 8Better Housekeeping 32The Gardeners Friend 60Kitchen Tips 94Health and Beauty 126Nanny Knows Best 154Signs of Nature 180Index 216 Details ISBN191082111X Author Ruth Binney Pages 224 Publisher Rydon Publishing ISBN-10 191082111X ISBN-13 9781910821114 Format Hardcover Media Book Imprint Rydon Publishing Subtitle Traditional Advice and Old Country Ways Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 640 AU Release Date 2016-10-20 NZ Release Date 2016-10-20 Audience General Year 2016 Publication Date 2016-10-20 UK Release Date 2016-10-20 Illustrations 150 Illustrations, black and white We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:147370237;

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