THE SPORTING GUN. By James Douglas.
1983 1st edition. 8vo (157 x 240mm). Pp204. B/w photographs, line drawings by Ian Oates. Blue boards, spine titled in gilt.
"Whether rough shooting on autumn stubble, stalking in a Highland deer forest or dawn flighting on a windswept foreshore, the field sportsman needs to understand many aspects of game and shooting lore - which takes patience, practice, and the help of a good practical guide." Chapters include: The shotgun; Game shooting; Wildfowl; Vermin; Gundog training; The rifle; Stalking; Photography; Taxidermy; Game cooking; Equipment; Notes and records. An appendix gives details of the shooting seasons. James Douglas was the pseudonym of Douglas Mitchell, a well-known archer who died in 2002 following a freak accident with a bow.
"Whether rough shooting on autumn stubble, stalking in a Highland deer forest or dawn flighting on a windswept foreshore, the field sportsman needs to understand many aspects of game and shooting lore - which takes patience, practice, and the help of a good practical guide." Chapters include: The shotgun; Game shooting; Wildfowl; Vermin; Gundog training; The rifle; Stalking; Photography; Taxidermy; Game cooking; Equipment; Notes and records. An appendix gives details of the shooting seasons. James Douglas was the pseudonym of Douglas Mitchell, a well-known archer who died in 2002 following a freak accident with a bow.
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| Author | Douglas (James). (1944-2002). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 2396 |
| ISBN | 0715383248 / 0715383248. |
| Book Description | Slight browning to edges and end-papers else very good in slightly used dust-wrapper. |
| Book Cover | Hardcover |
| Published Date | 1983 |
| Publisher | David & Charles. |
| Place | Newton Abbot, Devon. |