Publisher's Synopsis
Rifle, Rod, And Spear In The East: Being Sporting Reminiscences is a book written by Edward Law Durand and published in 1911. The book is a collection of the author's experiences and adventures while hunting and fishing in the East, specifically in India and Burma. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular type of game or sport. The author shares his observations and insights on hunting big game like tigers, leopards, and elephants, as well as smaller game like deer, wild boar, and birds. He also talks about his experiences fishing in the rivers of India and Burma, including the Mahseer, a type of freshwater fish known for its strength and size.Throughout the book, Durand provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes, flora, and fauna of the East, as well as the customs and traditions of the people who live there. He also shares anecdotes about his fellow hunters and guides, and the challenges they faced while pursuing their quarry.Overall, Rifle, Rod, And Spear In The East: Being Sporting Reminiscences is a fascinating account of a bygone era of hunting and fishing in the East, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the sport.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.
