Bøger af William Senior

""Travel and Trout in the Antipodes"" is a book written by William Senior, an angler who shares his experiences of fishing in Tasmania and New Zealand. The book was originally published in 1880 and provides a fascinating insight into the natural beauty and the abundance of trout in these two locations. Senior's writing style is descriptive and engaging, transporting the reader to the rivers and streams he fished in. The book is divided into chapters, each detailing a different location, and includes illustrations of the fish Senior caught. In addition to fishing, Senior also shares his observations of the local flora and fauna, as well as the people he met during his travels. The book is a must-read for fishing enthusiasts and anyone interested in the natural history of Tasmania and New Zealand.""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.

Near And Far: An Angler's Sketches Of Home Sport And Colonial Life is a book written by William Senior and published in 1888. The book is a collection of sketches that describe the experiences of the author as an angler in both his home country and in colonial territories. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the author's experiences in England, Scotland, and Ireland, while the second part focuses on his experiences in colonial territories such as India, South Africa, and Australia.The author provides vivid descriptions of the various fishing locations he visited, the types of fish he caught, and the techniques he used to catch them. He also shares his observations on the local cultures, customs, and people he encountered during his travels. The book is filled with anecdotes, humor, and insights into the life of an angler in the late 19th century.Overall, Near And Far: An Angler's Sketches Of Home Sport And Colonial Life is a fascinating account of the adventures of an angler who traveled far and wide in search of the perfect fishing spot. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in fishing, travel, and colonial history.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.

A Collection of Fascinating Maritime Lawsuits. Reprint of the sole edition. "The book contains interesting narratives of out-of-the-way occurrences at sea and of the litigation to which they led." --American Law Review 62 (1928) 159. CONTENTS: Drake at the Suit of Doughty. Sallee Rovers at Winchester. The Battle of New Brighton. The Casting Away of the "Adventure." Neptune as Defendant. The Marooning of Robert Jeffery. The Cruise of the "Pylades." The "Felicidade." An Act of State. The Illeanon Pirates. William Senior [1861-1937] was the author of Doctors' Commons and the Old Court of Admiralty: A Short History of Civilians in England (1922) and The History of Maritime Law (1974.)