Collection: Hobbies & Interests Books
Explore antique and vintage hobbies and interests books filled with practical advice, inspiration, and timeless tips for every enthusiast. Perfect for collectors, book lovers, and anyone passionate about learning or leisure.
Discover a world of inspiration and enjoyment with our collection of antique and vintage hobbies and interests books. Whether you’re a keen gardener, passionate cook, craft enthusiast, or collector, these books offer practical advice, timeless tips, and a fascinating glimpse into the pastimes that have delighted generations.
Explore the Variety of Hobbies & Interests
Our collection covers a diverse range of topics, including gardening, cookery and baking, needlework, crafts, card games, chess, angling, sports, music, and collecting. You’ll also find books on photography, travel, puzzles, and leisure activities; perfect for anyone looking to learn a new skill or deepen a lifelong passion. Each book is a unique window into the culture and creativity of its time.
Browse Our Hobbies & Interests Books
Looking for something specific? Use our search function to find books by title, author, or topic. You might also enjoy exploring our Sports & Leisure Books or Vintage Music Books collections for even more inspiration.
All of our antique and vintage books are carefully sourced and clearly described, so you can buy with confidence.
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By Bicycle in Scotland by Roger Leitch, Cycle-touring on the quiet roads of Scotland, 1993
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Shell Life, An Introduction to the British Mollusca by Edward Step 1955
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The Official Book of Contract Bridge by Ely Culbertson 1942
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A Century of Golf at Cruden Bay 1899-1999 including a local history
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Barossa Valley Sketchbook, drawings by Jeanette McLeod, Text by Colin Thiele, 1977 (Vintage Art Book)
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Diesels, A Driver's Reminiscences by L. C. Jacks 1982 (Modern Transport Memoir)
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The Art of Golf Antiques, An Illustrated History of Clubs, Balls, and Accessories by Gil King, in cooperation with the USGA museum (Modern Sports History Book)
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Pottery & Porcelain Marks, European, Oriental and USA in Chronological order by E. George Perrott 1997 (Modern Reference Book)
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Encyclopaedia of British Porcelain Manufacturers by Geoffrey A. Godden 1988 First Edition (Modern Reference Book)
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F. C. B. Cadell by Alice Strang 2011 (Modern Art Biography)
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Entangled Life, How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds, and Shape Our Futures by Merlin Sheldrake 2020 (Modern Science Book)
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Planting the World, Joseph Banks and His Collectors: An Adventurous History of Botany by Jordan Goodman 2020 (Modern Science History Book)
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Quilting by Caroline Green 1986 (Illustrated Vintage Craft Book)
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Salmon Fishing: Philosophy and Practice By Richard Waddington 1959
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Tantra The Cult of Ecstasy by Indra Sinha (Spirituality Book, 1993)
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Haig The Painter by Douglas Hall (Art Biography Book, 2003)
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The A.B.C. of Highland Dancing & Games Directory (Scottish Dance Reference Book, 1994)
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The Illustrated Golden Bough by Sir James George Frazer (Mythology & Folklore Book, 1978)
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The Viking Dig, The Excavations at York by Richard Hall (Archaeology Book, 1984)
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Port Out, Starboard Home and other Language Myths by Michael Quinion (Language Book, 2004)
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The Enemies of the Rose, The National Rose Society's Handbook on the Insect and Fungus Pests of the Rose by Fred V. Theobald and John Ramsbottom (Gardening Book)
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Bulletin of the Alpine Garden Society 5 Volume Set (Gardening Journal)
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British Craftsmen by Thomas Hennell (Art & History Book, 1946)
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Essays in the Study of Folk-Songs by Countess Evelyn Martinengo-Cesaresco (Folk Music Book)
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