THE MOORLAND GAMEKEEPER. By J. Spottiswoode.
1977 1st edition. 8vo (141 x 223mm). Pp184. B/w photograph plates. Brown boards, spine titled in gilt.
"This entertaining and informative volume lays claim to being the definitive study of the work of the moorland gamekeeper. Covering the keeper's life, from early days to retirement, it looks at all the skills and responsibilites needed to carry out what is often a lonely, but always rewarding existence." Chapters include: What is a gamekeeper?; The keeper's work; Game on the moor; The maintenance of good heather; Summer work; Poaching on the moor; Predators I - foxes; Predators II - the corvines; Predators III - the mustelines; Vermin destruction; Shooting days; Grouse driving; Butts and other methods; Dogs on the moor; Retiring gamekeepers.
"This entertaining and informative volume lays claim to being the definitive study of the work of the moorland gamekeeper. Covering the keeper's life, from early days to retirement, it looks at all the skills and responsibilites needed to carry out what is often a lonely, but always rewarding existence." Chapters include: What is a gamekeeper?; The keeper's work; Game on the moor; The maintenance of good heather; Summer work; Poaching on the moor; Predators I - foxes; Predators II - the corvines; Predators III - the mustelines; Vermin destruction; Shooting days; Grouse driving; Butts and other methods; Dogs on the moor; Retiring gamekeepers.
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Book Code
43603
| Author | Spottiswoode (J.). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 43603 |
| ISBN | 0715373846 / 0715373846. |
| Book Description | Slight spotting to edges else fine new copy in dust-wrapper. A brand-new copy that has been in storage for over forty years - still at the original price!. |
| Book Cover | Hardcover |
| Published Date | 1977 |
| Publisher | David and Charles. |
| Place | Newton Abbot, Devon. |