Notes on the Chase of the Wild Red Deer in the Counties of Devon and Somerset : With an Appendix Descriptive of Remarkable Runs and Incidents Connected with the Chase from the Year 1780 to the Year 1860 (Classic Reprint)

Charles Palk Collyns

ISBN 10: 1332024904 / ISBN 13: 9781332024902

Published by Forgotten Books Mai 2018, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Notes on the Chase of the Wild Red Deer in the Counties of Devon and Somerset : With an Appendix Descriptive of Remarkable Runs and Incidents Connected with the Chase from the Year 1780 to the Year 1860 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books Mai 2018
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332024904
• ISBN 13: 9781332024902
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 229W x 152H x 20D millimeters 229 millimeters width by 152 millimeters height by 20 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1036 grams

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Synopsis

This book takes readers on a journey through the history of hunting wild red deer in Devon and Somerset, England. The author, a surgeon who lived and hunted in the region for decades, provides a fascinating account of the sport’s evolution from its ancient origins, detailing how it was once a pastime for royalty and nobles. He describes the unique social and cultural landscape of the time, highlighting the hospitality and traditions associated with the chase. The book also explores the natural world of the deer themselves, providing detailed descriptions of their habits, characteristics, and social behavior. The author delves into the intricacies of stag-hunting practices, meticulously outlining the seasons, the roles of the huntsman and the harbouer, and the various terms used to describe deer at different ages. The text's detailed observations and rich historical context offer a unique glimpse into the enduring fascination with this ancient and noble sport.