SHOOTING FOR BEGINNERS: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE SPORT. By Graham Downing.

(1996) 2003 2nd edition. 4to (195 x 254mm). Pp160. Colour, b/w photographs and illustrations. Laminated boards, issued without a dust-wrapper.

A recommended text for the BASC Young Shots programme and proficiency award scheme. Graham Downing discusses every aspect of the sport. "Several significant developments have taken place in shooting since this book was first published, not least a new set of restrictive firearms legislation which has had an impact upon shooters of all sorts. However, there are also positive signs within the sport, and chief amongst these are the new initiatives by the shooting associations to encourage new entrants into shooting. These are having a welcome impact. ...Driven game shooting is also becoming ever more accessible as the changing rural economy prompts more farmers to diversify into country sports." (From the author's preface to this second edition). Chapters include: The history of shooting; Shotguns and cartridges; Gun safety; Shooting and the law; Game shooting; Rough shooting; Wildfowl shooting; Pigeon shooting; Gundogs; The support team; Shooting and the countryside. "Essential information designed to help every newcomer to the shooting field."