Step into the world of the Harkaway Hunt Ball, where social glitter meets the thrill of the chase.
This collection sketches foxhunter society through lively scenes of balls, weddings, and witty chatter. The book presents a vivid snapshot of manicured sport, fashionable fuss, and the playful rivalries that color a season's finale.
Characters like Lady Tommy and Lord Daisyfield mingle with farmers, grooms, and the town's gossip, all amid champagne toasts, flirtations, and the occasional mischief. The tone is light, humorous, and keen on capturing the social rituals that surround hunts, balls, and the Pink Wedding rumor that's part of the season's spice.
Ideal for readers who enjoy light, character-driven humor set in a hunting world rich with social color.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents an insightful and entertaining glimpse into the lives of various figures in the fox hunting community through the lens of the author, an avid sportsman, and keen observer of human nature. As a historical snapshot, the book captures a snapshot of a bygone era, a time when fox hunting was a popular and well-established pastime. The author's presence in the sporting community grants him access to a colorful cast of characters, including flamboyant equestrian Lord Daisyeld and the sharp-witted huntsman Tom Tootler. The author's astute observations form the foundation for a series of vivid biographical sketches in which the personalities of his subjects leap from the page. Each sketch is a miniature masterpiece, providing insights into the characters' foibles, passions, and motivations, forming a fascinating portrait of the hunting set as a whole. Through the author's eyes, we witness not only the camaraderie and excitement of the chase but also the eccentricities and rivalries that exist beneath the surface. The author's thoughtful exploration of the nuances of the hunting community reveals the human complexities and frailties that lie at its heart, making this book an insightful and entertaining read. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331264613_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331264613
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331264613
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 258 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25919928/2
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