Hawbuck Grange - Robert Smith Surtees - Bog

Hawbuck Grange: Or The Sporting Adventures Of Thomas Scott is a novel written by Robert Smith Surtees and first published in 1847. The novel follows the story of Thomas Scott, a young man who inherits a small estate in the countryside and becomes an enthusiastic sportsman. He spends his time hunting, shooting, and fishing, and becomes involved in various sporting adventures and misadventures.The novel is set in the early 19th century and provides a vivid and humorous portrayal of country life and sporting pursuits. It is filled with memorable characters, including Scott's eccentric and boisterous friends, his loyal servants, and the various animals he encounters on his sporting expeditions.Hawbuck Grange is a classic example of the British sporting novel, a genre that was popular in the 19th century and celebrated the joys of outdoor pursuits such as hunting, shooting, and fishing. Surtees was a master of this genre, and his novel is full of detailed descriptions of sporting activities, as well as lively dialogue and witty observations about life in the countryside.Overall, Hawbuck Grange is a charming and entertaining novel that will appeal to anyone who loves the great outdoors and the traditions of British country life. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those interested in the history of sporting pursuits in Britain.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.