Daniel Carter Beard

""Hardly A Man Is Now Alive: The Autobiography Of Dan Beard"" is a memoir written by Daniel Carter Beard, an American illustrator, author, and social activist. The book chronicles Beard's life from his childhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, to his travels across the United States and Europe, and his work as a leader in the Boy Scouts of America. Beard's autobiography is filled with anecdotes and stories that provide a unique insight into the life and times of a man who witnessed some of the most significant events in American history, including the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, and the rise of the Boy Scouts of America. Throughout the book, Beard shares his experiences as an artist, writer, and outdoorsman, and his passion for nature and conservation. He also discusses his involvement in various social and political movements, including women's suffrage, labor rights, and the anti-war movement. ""Hardly A Man Is Now Alive"" is a fascinating and entertaining read that provides a glimpse into the life of one of America's most influential and beloved figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, the outdoors, or the Boy Scouts of America. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

An 1890 manual of pastimes which includes instructions for making kites, fishing poles, a blow gun, boats, and theatrical costumes, and for raising dogs, stuffing animals, stocking an aquarium, and camping.

Be at home in nature, all through the year, with the old-timey, folksy wisdom in this classic camping companion. First published in 1920, and never out-of-print, Daniel C. Beard’s The Book of Camp-Lore & Woodcraft is a guide from yesteryear for enjoying the great outdoors as its guest. Through the pages of this book, the author, a pioneer of the scouting movement, takes kids on a camping trip and instructs them in the art of building a fireplace and lighting a fire, designing a campsite, pitching a tent, cooking flapjacks, packing a trail horse, handling an axe, and much more. Daniel Carter Beard was an expert outdoorsman and founder of the scouting movement in America. His goal was to help kids to enjoy the out-of-doors as much as he did. In his books, filled with time-tested tips and knowledgable advice, Beard helped preserve invaluable folkways that instill self-reliance and a deeper appreciation of nature—all while having a world of fun. This is truly a book for all ages—including adults.

As timely as it is timeless, this instructive book has captured the interest and imagination of boys for well over a century. Chapters on kite flying and fishing, rigging and sailing small boats, camping out without a tent, knot-tying for mountain climbing and other activities, as well as training dogs, raising wild birds, and other projects will appeal as much to today's youngsters as they did to children in the late 1800s. This classic includes scores of projects that will keep children occupied all year long ― from sculpting snowmen and making sleds to stocking aquariums and performing puppet shows. Many of these enterprises have also been known to compete effectively with TV and video games Best of all, the projects have the power to inspire the imagination and help youngsters master new skills and experience the satisfaction of personal accomplishment.

Each summer, millions of children complain, "There's nothing to do." Originally published in 1888, The American Boy's Handy Book resoundingly challenges this age-old dilemma by providing a huge number of ideas for fun and instructional projects for young boys. Everything from camping and kite building to raising dogs and building boats is detailed for the would-be adventurer and do-it your-selfer.