The American Boy's Book Of Sport (1896)
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ISBN10: 116714077X
ISBN13: 9781167140778
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 522
Weight: 2.05
Height: 1.31 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781167140778
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 522
Weight: 2.05
Height: 1.31 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The American Boy's Book of Sport, written by Daniel Carter Beard, is a comprehensive guide for young boys interested in sports and outdoor activities. Originally published in 1896, this book offers a glimpse into the world of sports and games during the late 19th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different sport or activity. These include baseball, football, basketball, boxing, wrestling, swimming, fishing, hunting, camping, and more. Each chapter includes detailed instructions on how to play the game or participate in the activity, as well as tips on technique and strategy.In addition to the practical advice, the book also includes fascinating anecdotes and stories about famous athletes and sports events of the time. The author's passion for sports and the outdoors is evident throughout the book, and his enthusiasm is sure to inspire young readers to get outside and get active.Overall, The American Boy's Book of Sport is a timeless classic that continues to be relevant today. It is a must-read for any young boy interested in sports and outdoor activities, as well as for adults who want to relive the joys of their own childhoods.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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