The Gymnasium And Its Fittings: Being An Illustrated Description Of Gymnastic Apparatus, Covered And Open Air Gymnasia (1867) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437161274)

The Gymnasium And Its Fittings is a book written by Ernest George Ravenstein in 1867. The book provides a detailed and illustrated description of various types of gymnastic apparatus and covered and open-air gymnasia. It covers everything from the design and construction of gymnasiums to the different types of equipment used for gymnastics, such as parallel bars, vaulting horses, and ropes. The book also includes information on the benefits of gymnastics for physical and mental health, as well as the history of gymnastics as a sport. Overall, The Gymnasium And Its Fittings is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in the field of gymnastics, whether as a beginner or an experienced athlete.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: Ernest George Ravenstein, John Hulley
ISBN-10: 1437161278
ISBN-13: 9781437161274
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/26/2008
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.39lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.12d