Masterful field-sports storytelling that blends practical know‑how with vivid travel scenes.
This volume gathers the author’s hunting and fishing adventures across Europe, offering real‑world notes, candid reflections, and entertaining misadventures in the field.
From England to Belgium and beyond, you’ll ride along on shore shoots, river forays, and boat trips, with practical observations about gear, techniques, and the landscapes that shape the sport. The writing blends friendly instruction with lively narration, capturing the mood of each expedition without losing sight of humane, sportsmanlike conduct.
Ideal for readers of outdoor travel and sporting memoirs who want a window into classic field sports and the landscapes that frame them.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating look at the world of shooting and fishing in the late 19th century. The author, a self-proclaimed enthusiast, takes the reader on a series of thrilling excursions across England, France, Alsace, Belgium, Holland, and Bavaria. With vivid detail, he recounts his experiences, from rabbiting in Derbyshire to wildfowl shooting along the Lincolnshire coast, providing insights into the practices and social dynamics of the era. The book is infused with a spirit of adventure and camaraderie, reflecting the author's passionate love for the outdoors and his desire to share his experiences with others. The text is replete with charming anecdotes and vivid descriptions of the landscapes and wildlife encountered, inviting the reader to immerse themselves in the world of the sportsman. The author also engages with the ethical debate surrounding shooting, arguing that the sport is both natural and necessary in a time when game was seen as a valuable source of food. He challenges the views of those who condemn shooting as cruel, offering a compelling counter-argument that highlights the importance of managing wildlife populations and the inherent connection between man and nature. The book stands as a fascinating testament to the changing relationship between humans and nature in a time of rapid industrialization and social transformation. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780282074821_0
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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282074821
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282074821
Quantity: 15 available