9781332337835 - Radnor Reminiscences a Foxhunting Journal (Classic Reprint) de Reeve, J. Stanley (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the world of foxhunting in early 20th century America. The author, a passionate participant in the sport, chronicles the hunts of the Radnor Hunt Club, a prominent Pennsylvania institution, with detailed accounts of individual runs, notable characters, and the social dynamics that shaped the sport. Through vivid anecdotes, the author paints a picture of a world where horse-drawn carriages met steam engines, where farmers and wealthy gentlemen came together in the pursuit of the fox. The text goes beyond mere sport, offering insight into the social fabric of the time, the camaraderie of those who embraced this challenging pastime, and the respect for tradition and the land that were central to the experience. The book serves as a valuable document of a bygone era, capturing the thrill of the hunt and the enduring bond between man, horse, and nature. 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.