The Sporting Dictionary and Rural Repository of General Information Upon Every Subject Appertaining to the Sports of the Field, Vol. 1 of 2: Inscribed to the Right Honourable the Earl of Sandwich, Mas - Hardcover

William Taplin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267685521 ISBN 13: 9780267685523

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the practical world of field sports with a trusted, firsthand guide to hunting, riding, and game law.

This comprehensive reference frames the sport with clear, experience‑based explanations. It explains how riders, hounds, and horses operate in the field, and it grounds tactics in practical knowledge rather than theory. Readers will find careful notes on safety, etiquette, and the realities of managing game, gear, and farrier care.

From keeping the horse sound and ready for the chase to understanding the rules that shape the sport, this work presents a broad view of the field. It includes careful descriptions of equipment, hunting conduct, and the day‑to‑day decisions that define successful field sport work. Alongside, it surveys historical and contemporary practices, offering context without sacrificing practical guidance.

• Practical advice on horse care, tack, and rider safety in the field
• Insights into hound handling, tracking, and field etiquette
• Overview of game laws, regulations, and enforcement relevant to sport
• Demystified explanations of common terms, tools, and procedures used in hunting

Ideal for readers who enjoy the tradition and craft of field sports, hunting history, and equestrian knowledge.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267685521
• ISBN 13: 9780267685523
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 546