This vintage book contains detailed accounts of various hunting expeditions and experiences in late nineteenth and early twentieth-century England, with descriptions of notable participants, events, and packs. Profusely illustrated and full of interesting information, this volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in the history of fox hunting, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Peterborough Memories, 1881-1909", "T...

This vintage book contains a detailed account of the fox hound kennels in the United Kingdom between 1787 and 1912. A detailed history is provided for each kennel, including information concerning notable figures, events, and dogs. Other details are also offered relating to hunting, breeding, training, and more. "The Foxhound of the Twentieth Century" is highly recommended for modern hunting enthusiasts and fox hound lovers, and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied ...

This vintage book contains detailed accounts of various hunting expeditions and experiences in early twentieth-century England, with descriptions of notable participants, events, and developments. Profusely illustrated and full of interesting information, this volume is highly recommended for hunting historians, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of vintage hunting literature. Contents include: "Peterborough and the Fitzwilliam Hunt", "A Hunt in Durham with the Braes of...

This vintage book contains accounts of fox hunting experiences in early twentieth-century England, with descriptions of hunts, information concerning notable locations and figures, and more. It provides a fascinating insight into historical English fox hunting, and is highly recommended for those with an interest in the history of the sport. Contents include: "Fox-Hunting and Melton", "Early Days in Leicestershire", "Ancient History", "Mr. John Coupland", "Lord Manners", "Captain Warner", ...

Originally published in Germany in 1923, “The German Shepherd Dog in Word and Picture” is the English translation of what is probably the most important book ever published on this popular breed. This volume is highly recommended for owners and breeders alike, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: “The Shepherd dog and Herdsman’s dog, their Origin and Relationship”, “The Nature and Service of the Shepherd Dog”, “Breeding”, “Rearin...

This vintage book, first published in 1921, contains a collection of poetry linked through the common theme of English fox hunting. Centred around the relationship between rider and horse, these beautiful poems will appeal to both riding and hunting enthusiasts. This volume would make for a worthy addition to any poetry collection, and is not to be missed by discerning collectors and those with an interest in the history of English field sports. Contents include: "The Rider", "The Horse", ...

This vintage book contains a collection of reminiscences and anecdotes by Frank Gray Griswold, a notable nineteenth-century huntsman. It offers a unique insight into the experiences of a keen aristocratic hunter, and is highly recommended for those with an interest in the history of the sport. Insightful and entertaining, "Stolen Kisses" would make for a worthy addition to any collection. Contents include: "Stolen Kisses", "What Happened to the Bulldags", "The Tragic End of Reddy the Fox",...

Whether you're buying a pedigree puppy or rescuing a crossbreed, in this updated edition of Complete Puppy & Dog Care, practising vet Dr Bruce Fogle tells you all you need to know to keep your dog happy. From which breed to choose, to tips for helping your dog bond with the family, as well as health advice and information on nutrition, training and playing, this book has everything you need to know.In Complete Puppy & Dog Care, Dr Bruce Fogle shares the benefit of...

This vintage book contains a chronicle of a notably successful hunting season in late nineteenth-century England. Offering a fascinating and authentic insight into England's hunting past, this volume will appeal to those with an interest in the history of the sport, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "A Preface at Home and Abroad", "The Lead on the Thorn", "An Autumn Gallop", "The Opening Day", "Men and Manners", "Baggrave", "Back...

This vintage book contains anecdotes and reminiscences of the author's varied sporting experiences on land and water from across the globe. From deep-sea fishing to fox hunting, this volume contains a collection of anecdotes that will appeal to the modern sportsman, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of vintage sporting literature. Contents include: "An Amateur Sportsman", "Durbar II", "Letter from H. B. Duryea", "The Tetrarch", "The Steeplechaser", "A Good Huntsman", "Pad...

A History of the Kildare Hunt is an overview of the famous hunt in County Kildare, Ireland. A table of contents is included.

This vintage book contains a complete guide to hunting, with information on equipment, history and origins, riding, training hounds, and much more. Although old, much of the information contained within this book is timeless and will be of considerable utility to the modern sportsman today. Contents include: "Hunting", "The Hunter", "Schooling of Hunts", "Cross-Country Riding", "Falls", "In The Field", "Women in the Field", "Scent", "The Fox", "Tricks and Habits of the Fox", "The Hound", "...