Manual of Sporting Rules, Comprising the Latest and Best Authenticated Revised Rules, Governing: Trap Shooting, Canine, Ratting, Badger Baiting, Cock . and Pistol Shooting, Shuffle Board, Shinny.

First published in 1873, this is an extensive and comprehensive handbook containing the rules of a wide rage of sports. From dog-fighting and ratting to billiards and boating, this volume really does contain the rules for almost every sport conceivable. "Manual of Sporting Rules" constitutes a must-have for serious sports fans and would make for a fine addition to any collection. Contents include: "Trap Sporting Rules", "Dog Fighting and Ratting English", "Rules of the Prize Ring", "Cock Fighting Rules", "Wrestling Rules", "Knurr and Spell Rules", "Swimming Rules", "Running Rules", "Shinny Rules", "Walking Rules", "Foot Ball Rules", "Jumping Rules", "Billiard Rules", "Curling Rules", "Bagatelle Rules", "Scottish Games Rules", "Skating Rules", etc. Illustrated with Original Engravings. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.