The Charlton Hunt: A History

Simon Rees

ISBN 10: 1860770762 / ISBN 13: 9781860770760

Published by Phillimore, 1998

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Simon Rees - The Charlton Hunt, A History.The Charlton Hunt began in the 1670s and is the earliest documented pack of hounds to be entered to fox alone. It attained a popularity among the gentry which has never been equalled. From the reign of Charles II, almost every noble family in the land had a representative at Charlton, including almost half of the Knights of the Garter. Its first proprietor had been the ill-fated Duke of Monmouth, but among other claims to uniqueness, it was the first hunt to establish a club, the members building themselves a dining hall.Simon Rees - The Charlton Hunt, A History, published by Phillimore, 1998, pp.288, hardback with dust jacket, illustrated. In a good condition. The dust jacket is unclipped but does have a price sticker attached inside the front cover. There is minimal rubbing wear and no tears or creases to the jacket. The book cover is in a good, clean condition. There are some owner names inside in pencil. The pages are in a good, crisp condition and are free from markings or signs of handling wear. Copyright © Phillimore.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Charlton Hunt: A History
• Publisher: Phillimore
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1860770762
• ISBN 13: 9781860770760
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good