American Wild Fowl Shooting: Describing The Haunts, Habits, And Methods Of Shooting Wild Fowl, Particularly Those Of The Western States Of America (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165311866)

American Wild Fowl Shooting is a comprehensive guidebook written by Joseph W. Long in 1874. The book is focused on providing a detailed description of the haunts, habits, and methods of shooting wild fowl, particularly those found in the western states of America. It covers various aspects of wild fowl shooting, including the different types of birds, their habitats, and the best methods for hunting them. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of wild fowl shooting. The first chapter provides an introduction to the sport and discusses the different types of birds that can be hunted. The following chapters cover the habits and habitats of various birds, including ducks, geese, swans, and other waterfowl. The book also provides detailed instructions on the best methods for shooting wild fowl, including the use of decoys, blinds, and other hunting techniques. It also includes tips on selecting the right equipment, such as guns, ammunition, and clothing. Throughout the book, Long provides vivid descriptions of his own experiences hunting wild fowl, bringing the reader along on his adventures. The book is illustrated with beautiful engravings of wild fowl and hunting scenes, adding to its appeal. Overall, American Wild Fowl Shooting is an informative and entertaining guidebook for anyone interested in the sport of hunting wild fowl in America. It provides valuable insights into the habits and habitats of various birds and offers practical advice on how to become a successful wild fowl hunter.With Instructions Concerning Guns, Blinds, Boats, And Decoys; The Training Of Water Retrievers, Etc.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.

Author: Joseph W. Long
ISBN-10: 1165311860
ISBN-13: 9781165311866
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 300
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.89lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d