Rhubarb: The Diary Of A Gentleman' Hunter (1908)

Rhubarb: The Diary of a Gentleman Hunter is a book written by J. Stanley Reeve and published in 1908. It is a memoir of the author's hunting adventures in the wilderness of North America, particularly in the Rocky Mountains. The book is written in the form of a diary, with each entry detailing a specific hunting trip and the animals that were caught. The central character of the book is Rhubarb, a loyal hunting dog who accompanies the author on his expeditions. The book provides a vivid description of the natural beauty of the wilderness and the thrill of the hunt. It also explores the relationship between man and animal, particularly the bond between the author and his dog.The book is not just a hunting memoir, but also a commentary on the changing landscape of North America at the turn of the 20th century. The author reflects on the impact of industrialization and urbanization on the natural world, and the need to preserve wilderness areas for future generations.Overall, Rhubarb: The Diary of a Gentleman Hunter is a classic work of American literature that provides a unique perspective on the hunting culture of the early 1900s and the importance of conservation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.