Sporting Society; or, Sporting Chat and Sporting Memories, Vol. 1 (of 2) by Russell et al.

"Sporting Society; or, Sporting Chat and Sporting Memories, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by Russell et al. is a collection of humorous and anecdotal writings focusing on sporting activities, likely published in the late 19th century. The book covers a variety of themes related to field sports, offering insights and memories from various writers involved in the sporting community. Topics such as hunting, fishing, and shooting are discussed alongside whimsical tales and practical notes, making it a rich resource for sports enthusiasts. The opening of this volume begins with an essay on the influence of field sports on character, suggesting that participation in activities like fox-hunting cultivates traits like decision-making, self-dependence, and energy. The narrative vividly illustrates how characters are shaped by the experiences encountered while partaking in these pursuits. Following this, snippets of angling methods and humorous anecdotes are introduced, showcasing the intertwining of sporting knowledge and personal reflection. These early sections aim to set a tone blending education and entertainment in the realm of outdoor sports. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Editor Russell, Fox
Illustrator Caldecott, Randolph, 1846-1886
Title Sporting Society; or, Sporting Chat and Sporting Memories, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Credits Produced by Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class SK: Agriculture: Hunting sports
Subject Fishing -- Great Britain
Subject Fox hunting -- Great Britain
Subject Horse racing -- Great Britain
Subject Hunting -- Great Britain
Category Text
eBook-No. 40301
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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