Excerpt from The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon
Upwards of twenty years have passed since the 'rifle and Hound in Ceylon' was published, and I have been requested to write a preface for a new edition.
Although this long interval of time has been spent in a more profitable manner than simple sport, nevertheless I have added considerably to my former experience of wild animals by nine years passed in African explorations.
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Excerpt from The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon
Upwards of twenty years have passed since the 'Rifle and Hound in Ceylon' was published, and I have been requested to write a preface for a new edition.
Although this long interval of time has been spent in a more profitable manner than simple sport, nevertheless I have added considerably to my former experience of wild animals by nine years passed in African explorations.
The great improvements that have been made in rifles have, to a certain extent, modified the opinions that I expressed in the 'Rifle and Hound in Ceylon.' Breech-loaders have so entirely superseded the antiquated muzzle-loader, that the hunter of dangerous animals is possessed of an additional safeguard.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to hunting in Ceylon (Sri Lanka) from the 1850s. It discusses the types of game available, the best equipment to use, and the hunting techniques employed. The author, an experienced hunter, provides detailed descriptions of his own hunting experiences, including thrilling encounters with elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and other big game. The book offers valuable insights into the natural history of Ceylon and the challenges of hunting in a tropical environment. It will be of interest to historians, sportsmen, and anyone interested in the wildlife and hunting traditions of this fascinating region. 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. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330240489_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781330240489
Cantidad disponible: 15 disponibles