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The Life Of A Foxhound (1861)

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The Life of a Foxhound is a book written by John Mills and first published in 1861. It is a detailed account of the life and experiences of a foxhound, a breed of dog that is specifically trained for fox hunting. The book is written from the perspective of the foxhound, and describes the various stages of its life, from birth to training, hunting, and retirement. The book provides an insight into the world of fox hunting, a popular sport in England during the 19th century. It describes the roles of the various people involved in the hunt, including the master of the hunt, the huntsman, and the whippers-in. It also provides a detailed account of the various techniques used in fox hunting, such as tracking, scenting, and pursuit. The Life of a Foxhound is not just a book about hunting, however. It also provides a glimpse into the life of a working dog, and the bond that develops between the dog and its human handlers. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, and is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in dogs, hunting, or the social history of 19th century England.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:
  • 9781120993274
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 240
  • Udgivet:
  • 17. februar 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x18 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 522 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 10. december 2024
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The Life of a Foxhound is a book written by John Mills and first published in 1861. It is a detailed account of the life and experiences of a foxhound, a breed of dog that is specifically trained for fox hunting. The book is written from the perspective of the foxhound, and describes the various stages of its life, from birth to training, hunting, and retirement. The book provides an insight into the world of fox hunting, a popular sport in England during the 19th century. It describes the roles of the various people involved in the hunt, including the master of the hunt, the huntsman, and the whippers-in. It also provides a detailed account of the various techniques used in fox hunting, such as tracking, scenting, and pursuit. The Life of a Foxhound is not just a book about hunting, however. It also provides a glimpse into the life of a working dog, and the bond that develops between the dog and its human handlers. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, and is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in dogs, hunting, or the social history of 19th century England.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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