{"product_id":"a-treatise-on-archery-thomas-waring-9781168845115","title":"A Treatise On Archery: Or The Art Of Shooting With The Long Bow (1822)","description":"A Treatise On Archery: Or The Art Of Shooting With The Long Bow (1822) is a comprehensive guide to the practice of archery, specifically with the long bow. Written by Thomas Waring, an expert archer of his time, the book covers everything from the history of archery to the proper technique for shooting arrows. The book is divided into several sections, beginning with an introduction to the long bow and its various components. Waring then delves into the history of archery, tracing its origins back to ancient times and exploring its evolution over the centuries. The bulk of the book is devoted to instruction on how to shoot a long bow. Waring provides detailed descriptions of the proper stance, grip, and posture for shooting, as well as advice on how to aim and release the arrow. He also covers various shooting techniques, such as shooting from horseback and shooting at moving targets. In addition to the practical aspects of archery, Waring also discusses the mental and emotional aspects of the sport. He emphasizes the importance of focus, concentration, and determination, and provides advice on how to develop these qualities. Throughout the book, Waring includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the techniques he is describing. He also includes anecdotes and stories from his own experiences as an archer, adding a personal touch to the text. Overall, A Treatise On Archery: Or The Art Of Shooting With The Long Bow (1822) is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of archery. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of archery in the early 19th century, and offers practical advice that is still relevant to archers today.Containing Every Requisite To Obtain A Complete Knowledge Of That Noble Weapon, Considered As An Instrument Of Amusement.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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Thomas Waring\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1168845114\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781168845115\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 70\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.61lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d","brand":"Thomas Waring","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":44634426114303,"sku":"9781168845115","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_4f441457-a34d-4d37-88d5-209eeef4615f.jpg?v=1703589278","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/a-treatise-on-archery-thomas-waring-9781168845115","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}