R. O'Connor - An Introduction to the Field Sports of France

London, John Murray, 1846. First edition. Leather. A scarce first edition work by R. O'Connor on the common field sports of France, a lovely straight grain morocco bound work. A first edition of this scarce work.Small panel of the original cloth front board restored and adhered to the front paste down.Half-title is present.Illustrated with a vignette title page and the occasional ink text engraving.An interesting volume looking into the popular field sports of France, an introductory work that looks not only into the sports themselves but the practicality of traveling to France, offering advice on passports and currency. Sports focuses on are hunting, shooting, and fishing.By R. O'Connor. In a full straight grain morocco binding. Externally, smart. Spine is a little discoloured. Light marks to the boards and spine. A small amount of wear to the head and tail of the spine and extremities. Rear hinge is starting but firm. Small panel of the original cloth front board restored and adhered to the front paste down. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and clean, with some a few light spots. Small chip to the margin of the title page. Very Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Very Good .

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