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Fred Hams, 1999, paperback, 40 pages

In the 1950s and 60s many of the old breeds of poultry were on the verge of extinction, but a resurgence of interest has saved most of them.  This book illustrates many of these including their historical background.

Jack Hargreaves, 1987/1988, paperback, 168/136 pages

'Out of Town' is the best selling autobiography of the well known broadcaster's childhood and early youth.  His description of the countryside brings it alive in a way few other writers have ever done.
'The Old Country' is the second volume of Jack Hargreaves autobiography and includes further details about his life mixed with country-lore.

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Susan McBane, 2005, hardback, 160 pages

Featuring 150 colour photographs, this practical guide will help all horse riders on the issue of equine behaviour.  Topics include the different schools of thought about behaviour, how horses associate with humans as well as to each other, how to tell what a horse is feeling, overcoming past ill treatment and how to meet a horse halfway.
In this comprehensive and accessible problem solver manual, readers will find practical, reliable ways for solving or greatly improving behavioural problems.  

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Pippa Funnell, 2005, paperback, 352 pages

From being fascinated with horses as a child through to her triumphs of being crowned double Olympic medallist in Athens in 2004, the reader can follow the ups and downs of one of the most well known riders of her generation.
The book also includes her Olympic diary and her triumphs in the dressage arena.

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Kim Cardell, 1998, hardback, 160 pages

Provides everything you need to know about sheep husbandry.  Topics covered include choosing and buying, housing, feeding, daily management, moving, nutrition, shearing, lambing, rearing and marketing and business.  

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Rebecca Shaw, 1 omnibus & 1 single title

Rebecca Shaw weaves her magic around the animals and the people in a fictional rural veterinary hospital in Dorset, bringing them to life and sharing with us their troubles and triumphs.
The central character in this popular 4-title series is Kate who has just started her job as a receptionist at the surgery and who wishes to fulfil her dream of becoming a vet.  The series follows the trials and tribulations of her life, from her boyfriend Adam and her secret affection for Scott at the clinic to accepting a place at veterinary college and dealing with the various characters who visit the veterinary hospital.
This 'collection' includes the titles 'A Country Affair', 'Country Wives', 'Country Lovers' and 'Country Passions'.

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David Kennard, 2005, hardback, 352 pages

'There is no good flock without a good shepherd, and no good shepherd without good dogs'.  These age-old words of wisdom have always guided Devon sheep farmer David Kennard.
As he battles to save his farm from extinction, these words speak more loudly and unexpectedly than ever.  This book is the sequel to the delightful 'A Shepherds Watch'.

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Pam Percy, 2006, hardback, 144 pages

The story of the chicken traces the interactions of cultures around the globe.  Starting from Southeast Asia 8,000 years ago, chickens spread to China, the Middle East and Europe under the Roman Empire.
In this title Pam Percy not only examines this remarkable history but also provides a wealth of information on 61 breeds of chicken including details on behaviour, eggs and chicks.  Includes 144 illustrations.

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Sarah Raven, 2005, hardback

A guide to growing vegetables for all keen cooks and any level of gardener.  This book demonstrates how to plan and plant your plot, recommends the best vegetables to grow and eat and provides useful instructions on how to cultivate them using minimum input for maximum reward.

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Nicholas Evans, 2006, paperback fiction, 448 pages

In upstate New York, a 13 year old girl and her horse are hit by a 40-ton truck.  They both survive but suffer horrible injuries.  When the girl's mother hears about a man said to have the gift of healing troubled horses, both set off for distant Montana where their lives are changed for ever.

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Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, 2005, paperback

In this bestselling book, Hugh writes about the year on his Dorset smallholding.  He recalls month by month, the highs and lows of past years and anticipates the 12 months ahead including what'll be in season when and which are the ideal months for chick rearing, sheep shearing, haymaking and hedge laying.

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