Thoughts Upon Hare and Fox Hunting, in a Series of Letters

Thoughts Upon Hare and Fox Hunting, in a Series of Letters

Peter Beckford

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
ISBN:
9781143884535
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Thoughts Upon Hare and Fox Hunting, in a Series of Letters, by Peter Beckford, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of eighteenth-century British sporting life. Through a series of letters, Beckford, a renowned huntsman, shares his expertise and observations on the art of hunting hare and fox. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of hunting, the natural history of these animals, and the social customs of the time. Beckford’s insights into the training of hounds, the strategies of the hunt, and the landscape in which it unfolds, provide a vivid portrait of a bygone era. This edition preserves the original text, allowing readers to experience Beckford’s prose and perspectives firsthand. A captivating read for historians, sporting enthusiasts, and animal lovers alike.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.

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