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Written in the late nineteenth century and first published in
Harper's Round Table magazine in 1896, this collection of articles
details turn-of-the-century America's rugged wilderness. Good
Hunting is an engaging read for those whose interests lie in
hunting sports, and nature. Roosevelt, being the first president to
begin many of the national park conservation programs in
twentieth-century America, was a lover of the outdoors, and his
writings are filled with notations and observations of the lands
that he explored. From hunting elks, wolves, and bucks, Roosevelt
provides stunning insight into some of northwestern America's most
well-known inhabitants. Good Hunting is a fascinating historical
portal through which we can view a celebrated sportsman, president,
and keen observer of the outdoors. The seven chapters in this book
range from classic hunting articles, memorable anecdotes from other
outdoorsmen, and even a detailed piece on the specifics of ranching
a topic of much interest at the turn of the century. This is a
classic read for anyone wanting to learn more about a man who was
so loved by a country, and to escape to the America of yesteryear.
Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for
hunters and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns,
rifles, handguns, target shooting, gun collecting, self-defense,
archery, ammunition, knives, gunsmithing, gun repair, and
wilderness survival. We publish books on deer hunting, big game
hunting, small game hunting, wing shooting, turkey hunting, deer
stands, duck blinds, bowhunting, wing shooting, hunting dogs, and
more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times
bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing
books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers
and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
It’s 2008 and the height of Zimbabwe’s economic demise. A group of passengers is huddled in a Toyota Quantum about to embark on a treacherous expedition to the City of Gold.
They have paid a high price for the dangerous passage to what they believe is a better life; an escape from the vicious vagaries of their present life in Bulawayo. In their minds, the streets of Johannesburg are paved with gold but they will have to dig deep to get close to any gold, dirtying themselves in the process. Told with brave honesty and bold description, the stories of the individual immigrants are simultaneously heart-breaking and heart-warming.
‘This book is a page-turning tale of struggle and triumph.’ – Sunday World
Every year, ten men from Ness, at the northern tip of the Isle of
Lewis, sail north-east for some forty miles to a remote rock called
Sulasgeir. Their mission is to catch and harvest the guga; the
almost fully grown gannet chicks nesting on the two hundred foot
high cliffs that circle the tiny island, which is barely half a
mile long. After spending a fortnight in the arduous conditions
that often prevail there, they return home with around two thousand
of the birds, pickled and salted and ready for the tables of
Nessmen and women both at home and abroad. The Guga Hunters tells
the story of the men who voyage to Sulasgeir each year and the
district they hail from, bringing out the full colour of their
lives, the humour and drama of their exploits. They speak of the
laughter that seasons their time together on Sulasgeir, of the
risks and dangers they have faced. It also provides a fascinating
insight into the social history of Ness, the culture and
way-of-life that lies behind the world of the Guga Hunters, the
timeless nature of the hunt, and reveals the hunt's connections to
the traditions of other North Atlantic countries. Told in his
district's poetry and prose, English and - occasionally - Gaelic,
Donald S. Murray shows how the spirit of a community is preserved
in this most unique of exploits.
The Most Comprehensive Gunsmithing Guide of All Time. Written by
one of the most prolific firearms experts of all time, The Complete
Guide to Gunsmithing is a highly detailed and essential reference
for the gun enthusiast and gunsmith alike. At nearly 500 pages,
Chapel covers everything from the use of proper tools to how to get
a gunsmithing job, and everything in between. In more than forty
chapters of exceptionally clear prose, the book answers every
question a collector, soldier, or home defender could have on
topics such as: Drawings and Blueprints Stock Design Checkering and
Carving Stock Repairs and Alterations Etching and Engraving And
many more Not only is the book an incredible resource for gun
owners and gunsmiths, it's also a wonderful look at the world of
firearms in the first half the twentieth century. Published just
over seventy years ago, the book--and revised by the author two
decades later The Complete Guide to Gunsmithing is fascinating look
at how the nature of firearms has changed. With a thoughtful
introductory note by renowned outdoorsman Dr. Jim Casada and
eighty-five meticulous illustrations, this is the definitive
edition of an enduring and authoritative classic. Skyhorse
Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for hunters
and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns, rifles,
handguns, target shooting, gun collecting, self-defense, archery,
ammunition, knives, gunsmithing, gun repair, and wilderness
survival. We publish books on deer hunting, big game hunting, small
game hunting, wing shooting, turkey hunting, deer stands, duck
blinds, bowhunting, wing shooting, hunting dogs, and more. While
not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a
national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on
subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to
authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
In Wild Winter, John D. Burns, bestselling author of The Last
Hillwalker and Bothy Tales, sets out to rediscover Scotland's
mountains, remote places and wildlife in the darkest and stormiest
months. He traverses the country from the mouth of the River Ness
to the Isle of Mull, from remote Sutherland to the Cairngorms, in
search of rutting red deer, pupping seals, minke whales, beavers,
pine martens, mountain hares and otters. In the midst of the fierce
weather, John's travels reveal a habitat in crisis, and many of
these wild creatures prove elusive as they cling on to life in the
challenging Highland landscape. As John heads deeper into the
winter, he notices the land fighting back with signs of
regeneration. He finds lost bothies, old friendships and innovative
rewilding projects, and - as Covid locks down the nation - reflects
on what the outdoors means to hillwalkers, naturalists and the folk
who make their home in the Highlands. Wild Winter is a reminder of
the wonder of nature and the importance of caring for our
environment. In his winter journey through the mountains and
bothies of the Highlands, John finds adventure, humour and a deep
sense of connection with this wild land.
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It is more than a thousand years since the exploitation of the
elephant began.
The deadliest animal of all time meets the world's most legendary
hunter in a classic battle between man and wild. But this
pulse-pounding narrative is also a nuanced story of how colonialism
and environmental destruction upset the natural order, placing man,
tiger and nature on a collision course. In Champawat, India, circa
1900, a Bengal tigress was wounded by a poacher in the forests of
the Himalayan foothills. Unable to hunt her usual prey, the tiger
began stalking and eating an easier food source: human beings.
Between 1900 and 1907, the Champawat Man-Eater, as she became
known, emerged as the most prolific serial killer of human beings
the world has ever known, claiming an astonishing 436 lives.
Desperate for help, authorities appealed to renowned local hunter
Jim Corbett, an Indian-born Brit of Irish descent, who was
intimately familiar with the Champawat forest. Corbett, who would
later earn fame and devote the latter part of his life to saving
the Bengal tiger and its habitat, sprang into action. Like a
detective on the tail of a serial killer, he tracked the tiger's
movements, as the tiger began to hunt him in return. This was the
beginning of Corbett's life-long love of tigers, though his first
encounter with the Champawat Tiger would be her last.
No one understands the challenges and frustrations of the
outdoorsman's life like John Troy, and no one makes the maddening
business of hunting so riotously funny. Anyone still kicking
himself over a missed shot, anyone wishing that his hunting dog had
paid more attention in obedience school, or anyone who has ever
been confounded by the antics of a pesky squirrel will enjoy this
hugely delightful collection. In typical John Troy style, readers
are treated to one-panel lampoons of shooters who can't hit stuffed
animals, bears that beat up hunters, and ducks that make their own
decoys. They're funny because they're true. Hilarious Hunting
Cartoons will delight both novice and experienced hunters and will
make an excellent gift for the passionate hunter.
Here is the most comprehensive guide to making your own Native
American tools and weapons. This reference takes you through the
steps of the basic flint-knapping of arrowheads and scrapers to the
most complex decorating and finishing techniques of painting and
fletching. Fully illustrated with photographs and line
illustrations, this is the perfect book for the survivalist,
historian, student, or Native American enthusiast.
Under the guiding philosophy of "The Honorable Pursuit of Fish
and Game," Jeff and Sherol Engel and James A. Swan present their
expert advice on the most enjoyable and affordable places to hunt
both big and small game throughout North America, Mexico, Africa,
Asia, Europe, and Down Under.
Organized by location, "Chasing the Hunter's Dream" covers the
best hunting spots and possible game as well as outfitters, guides,
and lodges. This book also serves up some tasty wild game recipes
and shares inspiring stories of extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime
"dream hunts." The authors provide information on preparing for
each hunt and how to get a trophy home, and they share wonderful
hunting camp remembrances.
"Chasing the Hunter's Dream" is for the modern hunter and those
others who may wish to join them in enjoying the passion and the
pleasure of hunting. Informative and inspiring, this is the one
book that all hunters must own.
East Africa affects our imagination like few other places: The sight of a charging rhino goes directly to the heart; the limitless landscape of bony highlands, desert, and mountain is, as Isak Dinesen wrote, of "unequalled nobility." White Hunters is the story of seventy years of African adventure, danger, and romance. It re-creates the legary big-game safaris led by Selous and Bell and the daring ventures of early hunters into unexplored territories, and brings to life such romantic figures as Cape-to-Cairo Grogan, who walked 4,000 miles for the love of a woman, and Dinesen's dashing lover, Denys Finch. Witnesses to the richest wildlife spectacle on the earth, these hunters were the first conservationists. Hard-drinking, infatuated with risk, and careless in love, they inspired Hemingway's stories and movies with Clark Gable and Gregory Peck.
Lord Purdey was shaking with anger. 'Bring back the lynx? Over my
dead body!' The environmental protestors murmured, and Rory stepped
forward. 'Your hunting has destroyed our hills and left them
treeless wastes, devoid of wildlife. It's time that changed.'
'Listen, you lentil-eating cat lover,' Purdey barked through the
megaphone, 'men like me own Scotland. If we want to kill anything
that moves and turn the whole damn place into a theme park, we'll
do it.' Someone from the group of protestors hurled a turnip. It
struck Purdey and he crumpled to the ground. Just as the archaic
class system he represents must eventually fall, Angus thought with
a grin. In his first two bestselling books, The Last Hillwalker and
Bothy Tales, John D. Burns invited readers to join him in the hills
and wild places of Scotland. In Sky Dance, he returns to that world
to ask fundamental questions about how we relate to this northern
landscape - while raising a laugh or two along the way. Anyone who
has gazed at the majesty of the Scottish mountains will know this
place and want to return to it. Now, as wild land is threatened
like never before, it's time we asked ourselves what kind of future
we want for the Highlands.
Always be prepared: essential tips and tricks for keeping safe in
the outdoors with Survive. Whether you're going for a leisurely
hike or setting off into the wilderness, there is nothing more
important than being properly prepared. Being knowledgeable about
survival techniques can be the difference between having fun
outside and an emergency rescue. Survive provides essential tips
and tricks for anyone who spends time outdoors so that they will
know how to recognize potential emergencies, apply basic first aid,
build fires and shelter, identify poisonous plants, and more--all
in the name of being able to survive in any conditions should an
emergency arrive. From fishers and hunters to hikers and cyclists,
this guide is perfect for anyone in your life who enjoys the great
outdoors so they can keep the time they spend in nature fun by
staying safe!
The Perfect Shot: Mini Edition for Africa II has been completely
revised and expanded! This handy pocket-size guide has been a
perennial customer favorite ever since it was first published in
2003. Take this mini reference afield as you hunt elephant,
buffalo, hippopotamus, rhinoceros, lion, leopard, Nile crocodile,
spotted hyena, giraffe, eland, greater kudu, zebra, sable, roan,
waterbuck, blue wildebeest, bongo, oryx/gemsbok, hartebeest, black
wildebeest, nyala, reedbuck, blesbok/bontebok, impala, bushbuck,
springbok, warthog, duiker, klipspringer, steenbok, and grysbok. As
in the big book, the mini edition features animal tracks as well as
ghost views of vital areas and point of aim for each animal. A
brief essay on natural history, trophy assessment, and subspecies
is included. In addition, the updated tables in the back list the
minimum requirements for inclusion in the Rowland Ward and SCI
record books. While nothing can replace the "big" book, this is a
super handy item to throw in your backpack or place in your pocket
for your next safari. Don't forget to stick a mini guide in your
pocket when afield so you'll know just where to place that "perfect
shot"! This expanded and updated version is now 160 pages in
length-32 more pages than the original Mini Perfect Shot.
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