The School of Recreation (1696 edition) by R. H.
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"The School of Recreation" by R. H. is a comprehensive guide to various leisure activities, likely written in the late 17th century. The text covers a variety of recreational pursuits, including hunting, riding, racing, and fireworks, illustrating them through detailed instructions and practical advice. This work aims to provide the reader with both enjoyment and knowledge related to these sports, emphasizing their benefits for health and social interaction. The opening of the
treatise introduces the diverse subjects it addresses, beginning with an extensive discussion on hunting. The author outlines the various types of game, the specific rules and methods for hunting them, and even the appropriate breeds of hounds suitable for different terrains. The practical approach extends to the care of both the dogs and the hunters, offering guidance on maintaining their health and efficiency. Overall, the beginning of "The School of Recreation" sets the tone for an enlightening exploration of pursuits meant to enhance leisure time, with a clear structure and informative style intended to engage both novices and experienced practitioners of these pastimes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | R. H. (Robert Howlett) |
|---|---|
| Title |
The School of Recreation (1696 edition) Or a Guide to the Most Ingenious Exercises of Hunting, Riding, Racing, Fireworks, Military Discipline, the Science of Defence |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Sjaani and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| Subject | Recreation -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Physical education and training -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17727 |
| Release Date | Feb 9, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 340 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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