Böcker av Stonehenge

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

This book contains a wealth of information on the lost art of pedestrianism, as well as having sections on other athletic performances such as running and jumping. Primarily this book is a detailed catalogue of records of the best walking, running, and jumping performances in both an amateur and professional capacity. Also included herein is everything you might need to know about these sports, including training methodology, dietary suggestions, and the treatment of injuries and related ailments. This rare book contains timeless sporting information still valuable today, and constitutes a great addition to collections of antiquarian sporting literature. John Henry Walsh (1810 - 1888) was a prolific English writer of sports-news who often went by the pseudonym ¿Stonehenge¿. His notable works include "The Modern Sportsman's Gun and Rifle" (1882), "The Horse in the Stable and in the Field" (1861), and "The Shot-Gun and Sporting Rifle" (1859). Many vintage texts such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

This book contains a complete and detailed handbook on traditional horseback hunting, written by the master of sports writing, John ¿Stonehenge¿ Walsh. A comprehensive and detailed guide to hunting from horseback, this wonderful book would make the perfect addition to collections of antiquarian hunting literature. It constitutes a must-have for fans and collectors of Stonehenge¿s work. London-born John Henry Walsh (1810 - 1888) was a prolific English writer of sports-news who often went by the pseudonym ¿Stonehenge¿. His notable works include "The Modern Sportsman's Gun and Rifle" (1882), "The Horse in the Stable and in the Field" (1861), and "The Shot-Gun and Sporting Rifle" (1859). Many vintage texts such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

This antiquarian volume contains an extensive handbook on all manner of rural sports, including shooting, hunting, coursing, fishing, hawking, racing, boating, and pedestrianism. It contains a wealth of timeless sporting knowledge that is sure to prove as useful today as it was at the time of its original publication. "British Rural Sports" would make for a worthy addition to any collection, and is not to be missed by the serious sportsman. John Henry Walsh was a prolific English writer of sports-news who often wrote under the pen-name ¿Stonehenge¿. This book was originally published in 1886. Many vintage texts such as this are increasingly hard to come by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Le cheval anglais: extrait du "Manuel du sport", publié à Londres en 1856 / par Stonehenge; traduit de l'anglais, par le comte J. de Lagondie, ...Date de l'édition originale: 1860Le présent ouvrage s'inscrit dans une politique de conservation patrimoniale des ouvrages de la littérature Française mise en place avec la BNF. HACHETTE LIVRE et la BNF proposent ainsi un catalogue de titres indisponibles, la BNF ayant numérisé ces oeuvres et HACHETTE LIVRE les imprimant à la demande. Certains de ces ouvrages reflètent des courants de pensée caractéristiques de leur époque, mais qui seraient aujourd'hui jugés condamnables. Ils n'en appartiennent pas moins à l'histoire des idées en France et sont susceptibles de présenter un intérêt scientifique ou historique. Le sens de notre démarche éditoriale consiste ainsi à permettre l'accès à ces oeuvres sans pour autant que nous en cautionnions en aucune façon le contenu. Pour plus d'informations, rendez-vous sur www.hachettebnf.fr

This vintage book comprises a detailed and fascinating comparative treatise on the anatomies of man, horse, and hound - with information on skeletons, the nervous system, and other aspects of anatomy. Complete with authentic photographs, detailed illustrations, and a wealth of interesting information, this text will appeal to those with an interest in anatomy, and would make for a wonderful addition to any bookshelf. The chapters of this book include: 'Their Positions in the Scale of Creation', 'The Nervous System', 'The Skeleton', 'The Muscular System', 'The Organs of Circulation', 'The Organs of Respiration', 'The Organs of Nutrition and Depuration', 'The Organs of Reproduction', etcetera. This vintage book is being republished now in an affordable, modern edition - complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

This book contains a comprehensive guide to the diseases and ailments of dogs, with information on fevers, inflammation, mange, and other common problems. This comprehensive and timeless text includes a wealth of invaluable information for those with a practical interest in the management and care of these wonderful animals, and it would make for a great addition to collections of related literature. The chapters of this book include: ¿Kennel Management of Large Dogs¿, ¿House Management of Pet Dogs¿, ¿The Action of Medicines, and the Forms in which they are generally Prescribed¿, ¿Administration of Remedies¿, ¿Inflammations¿, etcetera. John Henry Walsh (1810 - 1888) was a prolific English writer of sports-news who often went by the pseudonym ¿Stonehenge¿. His notable works include "The Modern Sportsman's Gun and Rifle" (1882), "The Horse in the Stable and in the Field" (1861), and "The Shot-Gun and Sporting Rifle" (1859). Many vintage texts such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

This antiquarian volume comprises a comprehensive and interesting treatise on breeding race horses, with information on crossing, stallions, selection, and many other aspects of horse breeding. This text contains a wealth of useful, timeless information on horse breeding, and will be of considerable utility to the modern reader with an interest in the subject. A fascinating and informative read, this vintage book would make for a great addition to any personal library, and is certainly one not to be missed by the discerning collector. The chapters of this book include: 'Theory of Generation, and General Principles of Breeding'; 'Theory of Generation'; 'The Semen'; 'The Ovum'; 'The Embryo'; 'As the Male and Female'; 'The Best Mode of Breeding the Horse for all Racing Purposes', etcetera. This book is being republished now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of John Henry Walsh.

This antiquarian book contains a comprehensive treatise on horse racing, and includes information on stabling, training, breeding, and many other aspects of race horse preparation. Although old, the information contained herein is timeless, and will be of considerable utility to the modern equestrian. The chapters of this book include: 'General Remarks on Horse-Racing', 'The Powers and Uses of the Modern Racehorse', 'Essential Points in the Thorough-Bred Horse for Racing Purposes', 'The Establishment of a Racing-Stud', 'Training', 'Breeding', 'Breaking', etcetera. This vintage book is being republished now in an affordable, modern edition - complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.