Read Books imprint: 267 books

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

“Norfolk Broad and River Fishing” provides a detailed account of fishing for pike and other course fish on the Norfolk Broads and surrounding rivers. This highly-readable and informative guide aims to furnish the reader with all the information relative to fishing in this area, interwoven with...

This is a fantastic vintage guide to exploring, with chapters on required equipment, preparation, navigation, history and notable explorers, and much more. "Exploring" is highly recommended those with an interest in the subject, and it is not to be missed by collectors of vintage literature...

first published in 1901, this volume contains a detailed guide to forming and managing a pure-bred flock of sheep, with chapters on selection, mating, different breeds, rearing, and much more. Although old, the information contained within this book is timeless and will be of considerable utility...

This vintage book contains a detailed and fascinating treatise on fox hunting, being an exploration of its history, development, popularity, and more. Highly accessible and full of interesting information, this volume will appeal to modern rural sportsmen and would make for a fantastic addition to...

This book, first published in 1844, contains accounts of the author's most memorable fox hunts in east Sussex. With detailed descriptions and entertaining episodes, these anecdotes will appeal to field sport enthusiasts and those with an interest in historical hunting expeditions. Many vintage books...

This vintage book contains a detailed history of the "Wensleydale Hounds", a nineteenth-century English hunting group. With details of notable members and extensive descriptions of their hunts, this volume will appeal to those with an interest in the history of hunting in England, and would...

This vintage book offers an authentic glimpse into nineteenth century hunting, with anecdotes, details of notable figure and events, comments on the its particulars, and much more. Insightful and entertaining, this is a volume that will appeal to those with an interest in the history of English hunting,...

“Fell Hunting in Lakeland” is a classic guide to hunting in the Lake District, England. It includes all the information a hunter would need to know, including where and when to go, local hunts and trails, different types of hunting dogs, and much more. Perfect for anyone with an interest in hunting...

This book contains a collection of vintage articles on hunting, fishing, and other outdoor sports. These authentic accounts of real sporting experiences are both entertaining and informative, and are highly recommended for modern readers with an interest in rural sports. Contents include: "Sporting...

This early handbook is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. A concise look at mountain climbing without guides that will prove of great interest to the present day mountaineer and historian of the sport. Contains a wealth of information and anecdote much of which is still practical...

First published in 1928, this vintage book contains a detailed guide to game birds, with a special focus on those native to England. Including lots of useful and interesting information, this profusely-illustrated handbook will appeal to those with an interest in hunting, and it would make for a fine...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This vintage book contains a complete and beginner-friendly guide to hunting, with information on equipment, training hounds, riding, common pitfalls, etiquette, and much more. Intended for the use of beginners and based on the extensive experience of the author, this timeless guide is highly recommended...