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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the world of English country sports in the 19th century. The author, a passionate sportsman himself, offers a unique perspective on the changing landscape of hunting and shooting practices. He critiques the burgeoning popularity of "fast" shooting methods, arguing that the relentless pursuit of quantity over quality undermines the true art of venery, its beauty, and its inherent sense of connection to the natural world. The author contrasts the quiet, deliberate approach of traditional shooting with the noisy, frantic methods emerging in his time. He laments the careless slaughter of birds and the resulting cruelty, arguing that the focus should be on clean kills and respect for the game. The book also delves into the complex social dynamics surrounding game preservation, highlighting the challenges of managing the interests of landowners, tenants, and gamekeepers. The author shares valuable insights on practical matters like rabbit control and the prevention of theft, while also offering a humorous and insightful commentary on the foibles of the "fast" shooting set. This book provides a captivating glimpse into the past, revealing the evolving relationship between humans and the natural world through the lens of a specific set of social practices. 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 9781333848675_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-9781333848675
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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-9781333848675
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)