9781333799489 - The Complete Sportsman, or Country Gentleman's Recreation: Containing the Whole Arts (Classic Reprint) de Fairfax, Thomas (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 is a comprehensive guide to sporting activities in the 18th century, with an emphasis on game-cock fighting and hunting. It includes care and feeding instructions, training advice, and insights into the social customs and practices surrounding these sports. The author, an experienced sportsman, provides detailed descriptions of the methods, equipment, and strategies used by professional cock fighters and hunters, offering a snapshot into the specialized knowledge and skills required for success in these competitive pursuits. Delving into the broader context of the era, the book explores the cultural significance of these sports, shedding light on the prevalent sporting culture and the role it played in shaping the social hierarchy and leisure activities of the time. Ultimately, this book offers a unique perspective on the history of sporting practices, capturing the techniques, traditions, and cultural significance of game-cock fighting and hunting in 18th-century England. 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.