Publisher's Synopsis
The Master of Game is a book on hunting that was written in the 14th century by Edward, Duke of York. It is considered the oldest English book on hunting and is a valuable historical document on the subject. The book covers topics such as the different types of game, hunting techniques, and the various tools used in hunting. It also includes detailed descriptions of the behavior and habits of different animals, as well as advice on how to train hunting dogs. The Master of Game provides an insight into the medieval world of hunting and offers a unique perspective on the relationship between humans and nature. This edition of the book, published in 1909, includes an introduction by William A. Baillie-Grohman, a noted hunter and conservationist of the time.With A Foreword By Theodore Roosevelt.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.
