A vivid, real-world memoir of hunting, travel, and fieldcraft across continents.
The Image of War: A Sporting Autobiography offers a first‑hand look at sport and adventure through the eyes of a seasoned hunter. The narrative travels from India’s plains to a lifetime of fox-hunts, wind-swept tests of scent, and practical notes on keeping hounds fit in tropical climates. It blends practical detail with lively storytelling, giving readers a clear sense of place, gear, and the rhythms of the chase.
What you’ll experience
- Carrying out a careful kennel system in India, including care, feeding, and cooling measures for hot climates
- Story-driven scenes of cotton-field covert, jackal chases, and the scent-driven pace of hunts
- Methods and observations on scent, weather, and timing that shape successful runs
- Notes on rifles, cartridges, and fieldcraft that accompany the hunting life
Ideal for readers who enjoy adventure, travel, and detailed accounts of hunting lore and fieldcraft.