Sporting Scenes And Country Characters (1840)

By Charles White

Book Overview

Sporting Scenes And Country Characters is a book written by Martingale and originally published in 1840. The book is a collection of short stories and sketches that focus on the world of sports and the people who participate in them. The stories cover a wide range of topics, including hunting, fishing, horse racing, and shooting, and are set in rural England.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the sporting world. The first section, for example, is dedicated to hunting and includes stories about fox hunting, deer stalking, and hare coursing. Other sections focus on fishing, horse racing, and shooting.Throughout the book, Martingale introduces readers to a colorful cast of characters, including hunters, fishermen, jockeys, and gamekeepers. These characters are often depicted as eccentric and larger-than-life, and their exploits are both humorous and thrilling.In addition to its entertaining stories, Sporting Scenes And Country Characters also offers a glimpse into rural life in 19th century England. Martingale's descriptions of the countryside, the people who live there, and the sports they enjoy provide a fascinating window into a bygone era.Overall, Sporting Scenes And Country Characters is a delightful book that will appeal to anyone with an interest in sports, rural life, or English literature. Its engaging stories and vivid characters make it a timeless classic that is sure to be enjoyed by generations to come.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: 1164922343
• ISBN13: 9781164922346
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"