Rural Efficiency Guide (52 results)

See photos, front portrait page is loose.

Good over all condition, see photos.

Good readable condition, see photos.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Worn but complete with all pages and illustrations. Chipping and rubbing/fading shelf wear to board corners and edges. Some shelf wear rubbing to board faces. Loose hinge but still intact. Light age toning to inside pages. Foxing, shelf wear rubbing, and some light soiling to textblock. Some finger markings to inside page margins and a few pages may have some light soiling marks that resemble tanning marks.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Worn but complete with all pages and illustrations. Boards hae some shelf wear rubbing to edges and corners and board faces. Spine ends have discoloration/fading from shelf wear. Textblock has some rubbing, foxing, and staining. Age toning and some foxing to inside pages. Some inside page margins have finger smudging and light soiling.

Hardcover. Condition: Poor. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Poor--A book is so worn that is is only good for reading but very damaged. All text complete. Shelf wear rubbing and wear to spine hinges, board edges, and corners. Some light rubbing to board faces. Textblock has some discoloration spots, rubbing, and smudge markings. Hinge is loose and broken up near back board but still intact. Soome brown staining to some bottom page edges. Scribble markings to back page. Finger smudging marks to page margins. Page 313 has part of an envelope flap that is stuck to top edge covering a few sentances. Some light liquid staining to some bottom page edges.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Good readable condition, see photos. Hardcover withh excellent pages 328 pages, with illustrations. Unmarked.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1918. Vintage 1918 hardcover in good condition but for edgewear, corner bumps. 363 pages, indexed. Illustrated with photos, diagrams, charts. Information covers everything from Gas engines, irrigation and concrete applications to laundry aids and baby care. Non-fiction. Chris. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Hardcover with excellent pages and VG-minus exterior (light handling, light wear at corners and spine ends, spine lettering dulled). 328 pages, with illustrations. Unmarked. [1.8 lbs]. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: VG+. Hardback in Very Good+ condition without dust jacket. 4to 11" to 13" tall. 448 pages. Quick shipping, excellent customer service. All books carefully packaged in boxes and ship with tracking information.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. This is a clean book with moderate wear. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. The pebbled leatherette copy has the following faults: Board spine is bumped and worn, Transparent document tape was used to repair hinge on front fly page, rear fly page and two page tears. A practical guide to popular medicine and hygiene tailored for individuals and families in early 20th-century rural communities. It covers a wide range of vital health and practical living topics, reflecting Progressive Era efforts to improve well-being outside of cities.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. good condition in brown cloth with wear & bumping- no dust jacket.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good for Age. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Leather bound, with some wear, a few age spots. Faint inscription in pencil inside. Five volumes bound together. Very heavy book, extra postage may apply.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This comprehensive guide empowers rural communities to embrace self-sufficiency and efficiency through practical knowledge and skill development. Addressing the challenges faced by those living outside urban centers, the author provides detailed instructions and insights on a wide range of topics crucial for successful farm and household management. Drawing upon historical practices and expert advice, the book delves into essential areas such as gas engine operation and maintenance, automobile care, concrete construction, heating systems, water supply and plumbing, drainage, and irrigation. It also recognizes the evolving nature of agriculture, offering guidance on adopting business principles, farm planning, and cooperative organization. Beyond the practical aspects of rural life, the author emphasizes resourcefulness and sustainability. From utilizing paints and preservatives effectively to mastering ropework and tackling household repairs, the book encourages readers to find creative solutions using readily available materials. With its emphasis on self-reliance and adaptability, this guide serves as a timeless resource, empowering individuals to thrive in the face of challenges and build resilient rural communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. This special edition of 'The Rural Efficiency Guide: Volume 4 - Livestock and Poultry Raising Book' was written by G.C. Humphrey and Florence Forbes, and first published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's People's Efficiency Publishing Co., in 1917. G.C. Humphrey was the of the Head of Animal Husbandry Department at the Wisconsin State University at Madison at the time of publication. One of the "Rural Efficiency Guide" book series, this edition covers many aspects of raising poultry and livestock, with some timeless principles and protocols. Covers topics like Live Stock Breeding Management, A Guide to the Diseases of Stock, Horse Production, Sheep Production, Swine Production, Poultry, and more. IMPORTANT NOTE - Please read BEFORE buying! THIS BOOK IS A REPRINT. IT IS NOT AN ORIGINAL COPY. This book is a reprint edition and is a perfect facsimile of the original book. It is not set in a modern typeface and has not been digitally enhanced. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed. DISCLAIMER: Due to the age of this book, some methods or practices may have been deemed unsafe or unacceptable in the interim years. In utilizing the information herein, you do so at your own risk. We republish antiquarian books without judgment, solely for their historical and cultural importance, and for educational purposes. If purchasing a book more than 50 years old, especially for a minor, please use due diligence and vet the text before gifting. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. This special edition of "The Rural Efficiency Guide: Volume 3 - Agriculture Book" was written by C.G. Williams, L.L. Rummell and Z.P. Metcalf, and first published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in 1918. One of the "Rural Efficiency Guide" book series, this edition covers many aspects of agriculture from perfecting your soil, and pest and disease control, to growing many varieties of fruits, vegetables, grasses and more. The book is split into four main sections with the chapter headings of Maintaining Soil Fertility, Rotation of Crops, Field Crop Production, and Insect Pests and Plant Diseases. IMPORTANT NOTE - Please read BEFORE buying! THIS BOOK IS A REPRINT. IT IS NOT AN ORIGINAL COPY. This book is a reprint edition and is a perfect facsimile of the original book. It is not set in a modern typeface and has not been digitally enhanced. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed. DISCLAIMER: Due to the age of this book, some methods or practices may have been deemed unsafe or unacceptable in the interim years. In utilizing the information herein, you do so at your own risk. We republish antiquarian books without judgment, solely for their historical and cultural importance, and for educational purposes. If purchasing a book more than 50 years old, especially for a minor, please use due diligence and vet the text before gifting. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. good condition in brown cloth with some wear & bumping - no dust jacket.