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The Deerstalkers

- A Sporting Tale Of The Southwestern Counties (1843)

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The Deerstalkers: A Sporting Tale Of The Southwestern Counties is a novel written by Henry William Herbert and published in 1843. The book is a thrilling tale of hunting and adventure set in the southwestern counties of England. The story follows the exploits of a group of deerstalkers, including the protagonist, who embark on a dangerous and exciting journey through the countryside in search of game.The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of the rugged landscape, the flora and fauna, and the challenges faced by the hunters as they pursue their prey. The author's love for hunting is evident in his detailed descriptions of the various techniques used by the characters, as well as the weapons and equipment they employ.The story is also a commentary on the changing nature of the English countryside during the Industrial Revolution, and the impact it had on traditional hunting practices. The characters struggle to reconcile their love for the sport with the encroaching modern world, and the conflicts that arise as a result.Overall, The Deerstalkers is a thrilling and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of hunting in nineteenth-century England. The book is a must-read for fans of adventure and the outdoors, as well as those interested in the history of hunting and the English countryside.Also Contains My Shooting Box.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781167011139
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 388
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. September 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x20 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 517 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 16. Oktober 2024
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The Deerstalkers: A Sporting Tale Of The Southwestern Counties is a novel written by Henry William Herbert and published in 1843. The book is a thrilling tale of hunting and adventure set in the southwestern counties of England. The story follows the exploits of a group of deerstalkers, including the protagonist, who embark on a dangerous and exciting journey through the countryside in search of game.The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of the rugged landscape, the flora and fauna, and the challenges faced by the hunters as they pursue their prey. The author's love for hunting is evident in his detailed descriptions of the various techniques used by the characters, as well as the weapons and equipment they employ.The story is also a commentary on the changing nature of the English countryside during the Industrial Revolution, and the impact it had on traditional hunting practices. The characters struggle to reconcile their love for the sport with the encroaching modern world, and the conflicts that arise as a result.Overall, The Deerstalkers is a thrilling and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of hunting in nineteenth-century England. The book is a must-read for fans of adventure and the outdoors, as well as those interested in the history of hunting and the English countryside.Also Contains My Shooting Box.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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