Anecdotes of Archery (Classic Reprint): From the Earliest Ages to the Year 1791 - Couverture souple

E. Hargrove

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1440091072 ISBN 13 : 9781440091070

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore a vivid history of archery through stories, rules, and legendary societies. The book surveys the sport from ancient beginnings to the year 1791, blending practical details with lively episodes. You’ll find how archery was organized, regulated, and celebrated across English towns and noble houses, alongside dramatic scenes from battles where archers shaped outcomes.

This volume pulls together anecdotes, rules, and records from many groups, from city clubs to scattered rural lodges. It includes how prizes were won, how contests were governed, and how archers dressed for the field. You’ll meet notable societies and figures, learn about their hunting grounds, meeting days, and the social life that surrounded the sport. The text preserves a sense of the era’s humor, pride, and ritual, making history feel immediate and real.

- Learn how competitions were run, from turns at the mark to prize distribution and fines.
- See how different societies organized themselves, from uniforms to meeting places and grounds.
- Get a window into the social world of archery, including dinners, patronage, and ceremonial events.
- Discover the broader historical context, including references to legislation and royal interest in the sport.

Ideal for readers of historical sport, local history buffs, and anyone drawn to early modern English culture and skill with the bow.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1440091072
• ISBN 13: 9781440091070
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 110
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