The English Country Gentleman - John Lloyd - Bog

The English Country Gentleman: His Sports And Pastimes is a book written by John Lloyd and originally published in 1854. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the activities, hobbies, and leisure pursuits of the English country gentleman during the mid-19th century. The author explores a wide range of topics, including hunting, fishing, shooting, horse racing, cricket, and other popular sports of the time. He also delves into the social and cultural significance of these activities, discussing the role they played in shaping the identity of the English upper class.Throughout the book, Lloyd provides detailed descriptions of the various sports and pastimes, as well as anecdotes and historical context to help readers better understand their significance. He also includes illustrations and diagrams to further enhance the reader's understanding of the topics covered.Overall, The English Country Gentleman: His Sports And Pastimes is a fascinating glimpse into the world of the English upper class during the 19th century, providing valuable insights into their leisure activities, social customs, and cultural values.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.