Nimrod's Hunting Tours: Interspersed With Characteristic Anecdotes, Sayings And Doings Of Sporting Men (1836) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436635387)

Nimrod's Hunting Tours is a book written by an author known only by the pseudonym Nimrod, and was first published in 1836. The book is a collection of stories about hunting and sporting adventures in England during the early 19th century. It is interspersed with anecdotes, sayings, and doings of sporting men, providing a glimpse into the social and cultural attitudes of the time. The book is divided into several sections, each detailing a different hunting tour taken by Nimrod and his companions. The tours take place in various locations, including the Midlands, the North, and the South of England. Nimrod provides detailed descriptions of the hunting expeditions, including the types of animals hunted, the equipment used, and the techniques employed. The book also includes portraits of various sporting men, each with their own unique character and personality. Nimrod provides anecdotes and sayings attributed to these men, giving readers a sense of the humor and wit of the time. Overall, Nimrod's Hunting Tours is a fascinating look into the world of hunting and sporting in early 19th century England. It provides a glimpse into the lives and attitudes of the people involved in these activities, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of hunting and sporting culture.Including Notices Of The Principal Crack Riders Of England, With Analytical Contents And General Index Of Names. To Which Are Added Nimrod's Letters On Riding To Hounds.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: Nimrod
ISBN-10: 1436635381
ISBN-13: 9781436635387
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 240
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d