A Famous Fox-Hunter: Reminiscences Of The Late Thomas Assheton Smith Or The Pursuits Of An English Country Gentleman (1893)

By John Eardley Eardley-Wilmot and John Eardley-Wilmot

Book Overview

""A Famous Fox-Hunter: Reminiscences Of The Late Thomas Assheton Smith Or The Pursuits Of An English Country Gentleman"" is a book written by John Eardley-Wilmot and first published in 1893. The book is a biographical account of the life and pursuits of Thomas Assheton Smith, a prominent English country gentleman and fox-hunter who lived in the 18th and 19th centuries. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Smith's life, including his family background, education, and his love for hunting. The author also provides a detailed account of Smith's hunting expeditions, his hunting dogs, and his interactions with other hunters and landowners. In addition to the hunting and outdoor pursuits, the book also delves into Smith's personal life, including his marriage and family, his political beliefs, and his philanthropic activities. The author also explores the social and cultural context of Smith's life, including the changing attitudes towards hunting and the role of the English country gentleman in society. Overall, ""A Famous Fox-Hunter: Reminiscences Of The Late Thomas Assheton Smith Or The Pursuits Of An English Country Gentleman"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a prominent figure in English history and sheds light on the social and cultural context of the time. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of hunting, English country life, and the lives of prominent figures in English history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164525573
• ISBN13: 9781164525578
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"