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The Sportswoman's Library, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Frances E. Slaughter

 
9780484235594: The Sportswoman's Library, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

In-Depth practical sport guidance for women

Learn how to improve accuracy, form, and composure in archery, then pick up practical tips for skating and club building. This edition compiles hands-on advice from experienced women athletes and coaches, with clear steps you can apply on the range or ice today.

This collection delivers concrete, beginner-friendly instruction and club-level guidance. It combines technique, equipment care, etiquette, and organization tips to help readers practice confidently and organize their own groups or events.
  • Archery basics: stance, draw, aiming points, release, and avoiding common faults.
  • Equipment care and on-field discipline to sustain performance.
  • How to form and run a beginners’ club, including ground setup, scoring, classes, and matches.
  • Practical advice on skating and other female-led sports topics of the era, with emphasis on steady progress and temperament.
Ideal for readers exploring historical sports writing and women’s practical guidance across archery, skating, and club activities.

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