The Book of Archery, Being the Complete History and Practice of the Art, Ancient and Modern

George Agar Hansard

Published by Henry Bohn, London, 1845

Language: English

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This 1845 third edition of The Book of Archery, Being the Complete History and Practice of the Art, Ancient and Modern by George Agar Hansard compiles material on the history and practice of archery from antiquity through the nineteenth century. Published in London by Henry Bohn, the work includes discussion of legendary figures such as Robin Hood, as well as examinations of Native American archery practices, European schools of archery and crossbow use, and references to classical texts including Homer?s Odyssey and the Book of King Modus. The volume is illustrated with an engraved title, frontispiece, 13 engraved plates, and 24 outline plates. Very Good, leather binding with marbled boards, light rubbing to edges and corners, gilt spine retained, pages generally clean, illustrations well preserved. Octavo (8vo), single volume. Collation: [xxiv], 456 pp. Illustrations: engraved title, frontispiece, 13 engraved plates, and 24 outline plates. Edition: third edition, 1845 (title page dated 1841). 50294. PHOTOS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.

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Title: The Book of Archery, Being the Complete History and Practice of the Art, Ancient and Modern
Publisher: Henry Bohn, London
Publication Date: 1845
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 3rd Edition
Condition: Very Good

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