Poachers And Poaching (1891)

By John R. Watson, John Wilson, John Wilson, et al.

Book Overview

Poachers And Poaching is a book written by John Watson and published in 1891. The book is a comprehensive study of poaching, which is the illegal hunting, fishing, or trapping of wildlife. The author delves into the history of poaching, its methods, and the laws that govern it. He also explores the motivations behind poaching, such as poverty and the desire for food or profit.Watson provides detailed descriptions of the different types of poaching, including deer poaching, salmon poaching, and bird poaching. He also discusses the tools and techniques used by poachers, such as snares, traps, and guns.The book also includes stories and anecdotes of famous poachers and their exploits, as well as the efforts of gamekeepers and law enforcement to catch them. Watson provides a balanced view of poaching, acknowledging the harm it can cause to wildlife populations, but also recognizing the socioeconomic factors that often drive people to engage in it.Overall, Poachers And Poaching is a fascinating look at a controversial and often misunderstood practice. It provides a valuable historical perspective on the subject and sheds light on the complex issues surrounding wildlife conservation and human livelihoods.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: 1104364484
• ISBN13: 9781104364489
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"