Read Books imprint: 267 books

Deer stalking and still hunting are two skills that in can take a life time to master but with this informative guide you can take your first steps to becoming a skilled marksmen. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

First published in 1901, this is the second volume of a fascinating history of the Meynell Hounds, one of the most respected and prestigious hunting packs in the United Kingdom. Including a new introduction to the foxhound. This text has been republished here for its historical and cultural significance. Including a brand new introduction to the Foxhound.

Originally published in 1907 as part of "The Kennel Encyclopaedia." Only 1500 copies of these volumes were ever published and consequently remain rare and expensive. This extremely comprehensive and informative extracted treatise on the bloodhound was the first in-depth publication to deal with this...

Golf - Etiquette And Behaviour by H. Hutchinson is a small manual on some of the finer points of the etiquette associated with the game of golf. A crucial addition to any golfers library.

This little book offers a classic concise guide to equipment and outfit required for mountaineering in the alps. Information on clothing, hats, boots and boot-nails, stockings and socks, shirts waterproof coats, gloves and gaiters. Includes notes on climbing outfits for ladies. Also provides details...

This vintage work contains an interesting and informative guide to fishing on the Thames, including anecdotes, historical information, and practical hints and tips conducive to successfully fishing for trout in this location. Written in simple, informal language and full of entertaining stories and...

First published in 1908 this is a guide to the various hunts run throughout the United States and Canada. An exhaustive guide packed full of information on a huge amount of independent hunts, including the Berkshire, Blackstone Valley, Brandywine, Chevy Chase, Essex, Green River, Lima, London, Middleburg,...

This helpful text contains a concise guide on the bottle house and racking room procedures in beer brewing. Presented in the format of a concise question-and-answer exercise, this text constitutes an easy-to-digest and beginner-friendly treatise on the subject, and is perfect for those with little...

This book contains a comprehensive guide to taxidermy, detailing the methodology and techniques used for skinning, stuffing, and mounting a large range of common subjects. Containing easy-to-follow steps and a wealth of helpful illustrations, this text is perfect for the beginner and constitutes a...

The Humours of Golf by Arthur James Balfour (25 July 1848 - 19 March 1930). Balfour was known from early life as a cultured musician, and as well as being heavily involved in politics he also became an enthusiastic golf player, becoming captain of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews in 1894-1895.

The common perch is 'good fysheing and good eating' according to an old writer. This great little book contains much information on the subject of perch fishing. Includes notes on where is best to fish for perch, how to best transfer fish, aspects of the perch's life cycle and anatomy including the...

A classic text in the annals of American field sports and dog breeding. Packed full of information for any canine aficionado, including what constitutes a good dog, points to look for in selecting a fine dog, breeding and comparative value, the best dog for American sporting, breeding, breaking young...

"Bus Stop" is a collection of poetry all about riding the city bus. Straight forward narrative poetry with a musical quality that represents the humor and curiosity of people watching in the busy urban scene. The emotions are far ranging while the central theme is optimism and wonder. In...

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.