Thoughts on Hunting: In a Series of Familiar Letters to a Friend
1810
Although the 1810 edition is sometimes listed under William Beckford, the author is actually his kinsman, Sir Peter Beckford. The first edition was published in 1781, and the 1810 edition is a later printing.
The book is a series of familiar letters to a friend and is considered a cornerstone of hunting literature, providing a detailed guide to hunting in the late 18th centuryIt is historically important for its comprehensive and detailed account of hunting, particularly fox and hare hunting.
The 1810 edition was printed by Albion Press
This edition is often richly illustrated with engraved plates by John Scott
It is considered a significant antique sporting book and a valuable addition to a collector's library.
All 9 copperplate engraved plates present.
Frontis and pictoral title page present.
334p.p
140mm x 212mm
R10,000