A Sportsman S Eden Classic Reprint

Author : Clive Phillipps-Wolley
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2018-01-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0483625183

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A Sportsman's Eden (Classic Reprint) by Clive Phillipps-Wolley Pdf

Excerpt from A Sportsman's Eden It was at the end of the last London season that our little party got together and booked for Montreal by the Dominion Line. The tennis lawns of Montgomeryshire had grown brown and dry, and drier and more parched were the bodies and brains of the husbands and brothers in London, to whom certain Montgomeryshire ladies suggested an autumn in Canada. 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.

Author : Clive Phillipps-Wolley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1888
Category : Hunting
ISBN : LCCN:50011032

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A Sportsman's Eden by Clive Phillipps-Wolley Pdf

Author : Clive Phillipps-Wolley
Publisher : London : R. Bentley
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1888
Category : British Columbia
ISBN : HARVARD:HWENSA

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A Sportsman's Eden by Clive Phillipps-Wolley Pdf

Author : Clive 1854-1918 Phillipps-Wolley
Publisher : Wentworth Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-27
Category : History
ISBN : 1371723559

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SPORTSMANS EDEN by Clive 1854-1918 Phillipps-Wolley Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Edward Roper
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2015-07-14
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1331412757

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A Sportsman's Memories (Classic Reprint) by Edward Roper Pdf

Excerpt from A Sportsman's Memories While, of course, the primary work of his life was a superb devotion to the game of cricket, yet this book of his own reminiscences will easily show that there were a score of other outlets for his ready tact, his gay wisdom, and his iron rule of doing the square, sporting thing all the time. Does this make it the easier, or the harder, to write, in due proportion, an introductory preface? I am far from sure. 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.

Author : Isabel F. Hapgood
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2015-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1330636554

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Memoirs of a Sportsman (Classic Reprint) by Isabel F. Hapgood Pdf

Excerpt from Memoirs of a Sportsman 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.

Author : B. A. Watson
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2017-12-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0260452793

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The Sportsman's Paradise by B. A. Watson Pdf

Excerpt from The Sportsman's Paradise: Or, the Lake Lands of Canada The acme of pleasure can only be attained by the sportsman when his confréres are permitted to share with him in the excitement of the chase. In this respect the chase may be compared to a good dinner, which is always most enjoyable when partaken of in the company of con genial spirits. A book may likewise be further compared to a dinner, since the first chapter is commonly introduc tory to the better parts which come in the regular order of the courses, while a narrative which produces no pleas urable excitement for the reader is like a dinner without wine. 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.

Author : John Potter Hamilton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2016-07-17
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1333071140

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Reminiscences of an Old Sportsman, Vol. 1 of 2 (Classic Reprint) by John Potter Hamilton Pdf

Excerpt from Reminiscences of an Old Sportsman, Vol. 1 of 2 On those subjects which I cannot altogether treat from experience, such as falconry, hawking, and deer stalking, I have consulted several old works, more especially Blome, who wrote in the latter end of the seventeenth century, and also standard modern works. I am likewise indebted for much useful information and anecdote to some of my sporting friends, amongst whom I may class General Shaw Kennedy, who practised hawking in Ayrshire, many years ago, when a considerable part of that county was unen closed. 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.

Author : Nimrod Nimrod
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2018-03-09
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0364217790

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The Life of a Sportsman (Classic Reprint) by Nimrod Nimrod Pdf

Excerpt from The Life of a Sportsman MY design and object in writing this work was not merely to depict the life of a sportsman, in the general - perhaps, with some persons, unfavourable - acceptation of that term, but, taking higher ground, to portray the character of an English gentleman attached to the sports and pastimes of his country; and, likewise, to give a sketch of a country gentleman's family, in as close imitation as pos sible of those of the best description, with which it has been my good fortune to become acquainted. In fact, in many instances, the imitation, or resemblance, is so close, as not to be doubtful to many as to who are the original parties; and they themselves cannot be displeased with my selection, when they are intended to be displayed as examplars worthy of being followed by others. 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.

Author : Alfred E. T. Watson
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 652 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2016-10-04
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1333838166

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King Edward VII. As a Sportsman (Classic Reprint) by Alfred E. T. Watson Pdf

Excerpt from King Edward VII. As a Sportsman The natural idea of a volume on King Edward VII. As a Sportsman occurred to Messrs. Longman early in the year 1910. To obtain His Majesty's gracious permission was, of course, the first step, and this he was pleased to accord, condescending to suggest where certain material might be obtained, and to approve of the work being given into my hands. Only a little progress had been made when the King's deeply lamented death - how far this is from any conventional expression of grief need not be emphasised - threw his subjects into mourning and caused heartfelt distress far beyond the limits of his rule. 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.

Author : Harding Edward De Fonglanque Cox
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2018-02-04
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0267802366

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A Sportsman at Large (Classic Reprint) by Harding Edward De Fonglanque Cox Pdf

Excerpt from A Sportsman at Large Racing but my chief activities with fur, feather and fin have been set forth herein. I can only hope and trust that such rambling reminiscences as have been conjured up by sweet and bitter memories, will serve to cause some slight interest and amusement to those readers who patronize these pages; albeit I shall deem myself exceedingly lucky if I escape a charge of monotony and reiteration, pitfalls which have beset me constantly whilst stringing together a story which is no story at all, but simply a bunch of incidents depicted in fantastic mono chrome. The shooting of bird or beast the hooking, playing and landing of a fish the details of a coursing thrill, and the excitements of a bumping race, afford the author very few materials with which to elaborate his colour scheme for the reason that each and all of these ventures - in their respective spheres - bear a striking family likeness to one another.. Such as they are, here they are. I can only beg for the same kindly indulgence that has been meted out to my other modest ventures with the pen. 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.

Author : Claude Champion De Crespigny
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2017-10-22
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0265592615

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Forty Years of a Sportsman's Life (Classic Reprint) by Claude Champion De Crespigny Pdf

Excerpt from Forty Years of a Sportsman's Life Some fourteen years ago I published a volume of memoirs, in the compiling of which I had the kind assistance of the Duke of Beaufort and Mr. G. A. B. Dewar. It having been suggested to me that I have run through a good many experiences since then, I have been tempted to venture into print once more, and the result is the present volume. A portion of the former book, which deals with my earlier experiences, has naturally been retained, but, with the assistance of Mr. Harold Simpson, it has been thoroughly revised and brought up to date, and I have added another fourteen years of sport and adventure by land, sea, and air. If any apology is needed, I ofier it here. 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.

Author : J. P. Hamilton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2015-08-04
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1332186696

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Reminiscences of an Old Sportsman, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint) by J. P. Hamilton Pdf

Excerpt from Reminiscences of an Old Sportsman, Vol. 2 of 2 Chap. XLI. Falconry: its History. -Royal Hawking. - Hawking in Persia and Morocco. - Marco Polo. - The Hawk in Heraldry. - Hawking in Scotland and England. - Decline of the Sport. - The Gamekeeper's Annoyance. - The Literature of Falconry. - Hawking Establishments. - Greenland Hawks. - Noble Qualities of the Falcon; Chap. XLII. Natural History of the Falcon. - The Male Peregiae Falcon. - The Female Peregrine. Daring of the Falcon. - Blome's Description. - The Plumage of the Falcon. - The Saker. - The Tanner. The Goshawk. - The Francolin. - How to Manage the Falcon. - Their Habits. - The Sparrow-Hawk. - How to Train it; Chap. XLIII. Natural History of the Falcon continued. - The Hobby. - The Kestrel: its Habits. - The Merlin. - The Kite. - Anecdotes; Chap. XLIV. Method of taking Falcons. - Hawks. - Eyesses. - Modes of Capture. - In Iceland. - Technical Terms. - Training of Hawks. - Qualities of the Falconer. - Training Rues. - How to Feed the Hawk. - Training the Haggard. - The Living Quarry. - The Working Hawk. - Short-winged Hawks. - Extract from Bert. - Heron Hawking. - Kite and Pheasant Hawking. - Waterfowl Hawking. - Partridge Hawking. - A Plea for the Peregrine 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.

Author : Ivan Turgénieff
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017-01-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1334921571

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Annals of a Sportsman (Classic Reprint) by Ivan Turgénieff Pdf

Excerpt from Annals of a Sportsman The thought that inspired this composition is worthy of praise. The Reez't: d'un C/zasseur are destined chie y to de pict to us the interesting population which, to the shame of our century, is in Russia still groaning under the odious yoke of serfdom. Little country lordlings indeed figure in the stories; but they are placed in the background, and all interest is centred on the men who live under them. Every one will doubtless applaud the courage of the writer, who, under the suspicious regime then in all its vigor in Russia, did not fear to consecrate his pen to such an enter prise. Before him no one had dared to attempt it; the world in the midst of which he introduces us was a region unknown to Russian literature. 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."

Author : Jamie Mackay
Publisher : Verso Books
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2021-07-13
Category : History
ISBN : 9781786637734

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The Invention of Sicily by Jamie Mackay Pdf

Whether you’re vacationing in Italy or simply an armchair traveler, this guide to the Mediterranean island of Sicily is a dazzling introduction to the region’s rich 3,000-year history and culture. A rich and fascinating cultural history of the Mediterranean’s enigmatic heart Sicily is at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, and for over 2000 years has been the gateway between Europe, Africa and the East. It has long been seen as the frontier between Western Civilization and the rest, but never definitively part of either. Despite being conquered by empires—Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Hapsburg Spain—it remains uniquely apart. The island’s story maps a mosaic that mixes the story of myth and wars, maritime empires and reckless crusades, and a people who refuse to be ruled. In this riveting, rich history Jamie Mackay peels away the layers of this most mysterious of islands. This story finds its origins in ancient myth but has been reinventing itself across centuries: in conquest and resistance. Inseparable from these political and social developments are the artefacts of the nation’s cultural patrimony—ancient amphitheaters, Arab gardens, Baroque Cathedrals, as well as great literature such as Giuseppe di Lampedusa’s masterpiece The Leopard, and the novels and plays of Luigi Pirandello. In its modern era, Sicily has been the site of revolution, Cosa Nostra and, in the twenty-first century, the epicenter of the refugee crisis.