Author: James Greenwood
Title: Wild Sports of the World: A Book of Natural History and Adventure
Description: London, S.O. Beeton, 1862. First edition. Cloth. A profusely illustrated work regarding hunting, complete with many coloured plates, engravings and fold out maps. Collated complete with six folding maps, eight portraits depicting various explorers such as David Livingstone and Jules Gerard, ten coloured plates and many other charming wood engravings, designed by Harden Melville and William Harvey and cut by H. Newsom Woods.The first edition of this work. This fascinating work of hunting and natural history by journalist and novelist James Greenwood discusses the history, habits and physiology of a number of species of big game, including tigers, elephants, hippos and leopards. The work also offers information regarding the methods of their hunting including weaponry and tactical movements. The work is particularly noted for its discussion regarding deer hunting, with anecdotal evidence regarding the capacity of the white tail deer to heal from extremely serious wounds.Bone & Son binder's stamp to the rear pastedown. In decorative cloth binding by Bone & Son. Externally, smart but with some shelf wear. Bumping to head and tail of spine along with the extremities, and cloth is faded to the extremities and spine. Rubbing to the front joint. Rear joint is tender but firm. Binder's stamp to the rear pastedown. Internally, front and rear hinges are starting but remain firm. Folding map to page 1 is a trifle worn. A few spots to the first and last few pages, and some handling marks throughout, but otherwise pages are clean. Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Good .

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