Hunting, Racing and Polo Things and How to Clean Them: Edited With Drawings and Notes on the Singular Usage of Things Connected With Hunting (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book delves into the intricate world of a gentleman's valet in the late Victorian era, offering an intimate look at the duties and skills required to serve a master with a passion for hunting, racing, and polo. The author, a seasoned valet himself, meticulously details the proper methods for cleaning and caring for a wide array of sporting accoutrements, from scarlet coats and leather breeches to top boots, spurs, and silk hats. He offers insights into the specific challenges and etiquette involved in attending to a master's needs, both at home and while traveling. The book reveals a fascinating glimpse into the world of upper-class sporting life, with its emphasis on meticulousness and the importance of a valet's knowledge and expertise in maintaining a gentleman's image and reputation. Through the author's detailed instructions and personal anecdotes, the reader gains a unique perspective on the role of a valet, highlighting the importance of both technical skill and a keen understanding of the master's preferences and expectations.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate world of a gentleman's valet in the late Victorian era, offering an intimate look at the duties and skills required to serve a master with a passion for hunting, racing, and polo. The author, a seasoned valet himself, meticulously details the proper methods for cleaning and caring for a wide array of sporting accoutrements, from scarlet coats and leather breeches to top boots, spurs, and silk hats. He offers insights into the specific challenges and etiquette involved in attending to a master's needs, both at home and while traveling. The book reveals a fascinating glimpse into the world of upper-class sporting life, with its emphasis on meticulousness and the importance of a valet's knowledge and expertise in maintaining a gentleman's image and reputation. Through the author's detailed instructions and personal anecdotes, the reader gains a unique perspective on the role of a valet, highlighting the importance of both technical skill and a keen understanding of the master's preferences and expectations. 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 # 9781332264681_0
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