The Sporting Magazine, Vol. 20: May, 1827 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 1333836392 / ISBN 13: 9781333836399

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book examines the history of foxhunting tradition in Great Britain, from its origins up through the early decades of the 19th century. The author provides indispensable insights into the sport, including the principles that define a proper pack of hounds and the characteristics of the perfect fox. The author also discusses the breeding and training of hounds, as well as the distinct character of foxes and their behavior in the hunt. The author covers the social and cultural elements of foxhunting as well, such as the role of the huntsman and the hunting uniform. The author argues that foxhunting is an integral part of the national heritage and that its customs and traditions are worth preserving. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Sporting Magazine, Vol. 20: May, 1827 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1333836392
• ISBN 13: 9781333836399
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Sport

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Synopsis

Explore the world of early 19th-century sport and country life in a single issue.

This issue of The Sporting Magazine, May 1827, offers a window into hunting, racing, coaching, and country letters through lively reports, notes, and anecdotes. Sourced from a time when sport and its etiquette shaped rural life, the edition blends practical guidance with colorful storytelling.

The book-length issue presents a mix of reports, correspondence, and practical observations that echo the era’s sporting culture. You’ll find racing calendars, fox-hunting accounts, and letters from famous writers, along with notes on hounds, kennels, and field sports, plus vivid glimpses of hunting scenes and country disciplines.

• Articles and letters about hunt scenes, horses, and hounds, including notable stallions and racing reports.
• Practical pieces on coaching, gear, and the rules and etiquette of field sports.
• Short essays and debates on sporting practices, with voices from Nimrod and other contributors.
• Notices, calendars, and illustrated plates associated with royal hunts and notable events.

Ideal for readers of historic sports writing and fans of classic fox-hunting and racing lore.