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A Century Of English Fox Hunting (1900)

A Century Of English Fox Hunting (1900)

Underhill, George Frederick

Hardcover

Baseball & SoftballFiction AnthologiesBritish History

ISBN10: 1164784609
ISBN13: 9781164784609
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 374
Weight: 1.58
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Century of English Fox Hunting is a historical account of the popular sport of fox hunting in England during the 19th century. Written by George Frederick Underhill in 1900, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of fox hunting as a pastime, including its origins, the evolution of hunting techniques and equipment, and the social and cultural significance of the sport.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of fox hunting. The first chapter provides an introduction to the sport, including its history and the various types of hounds used in hunting. Subsequent chapters explore the different stages of a fox hunt, from the preparation and planning stages to the actual chase and the aftermath.Throughout the book, Underhill provides detailed descriptions of the various elements of fox hunting, including the role of the master of the hunt, the etiquette and protocols of the sport, and the different types of hunting terrain. The book also includes numerous black and white illustrations and photographs, which help to bring the sport to life for readers.Overall, A Century of English Fox Hunting is a fascinating and informative look at a beloved British pastime. It provides a valuable historical perspective on the sport, as well as a detailed look at the culture and traditions that have grown up around it. Whether you are a fan of fox hunting or simply interested in British history and culture, this book is sure to be an enjoyable and enlightening read.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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